If you’re experiencing a black screen while streaming on Discord, there are several potential solutions to try. Here are some steps you can follow to resolve the issue:
1. Check Your Hardware Acceleration Settings
Discord’s hardware acceleration feature can sometimes cause conflicts with streaming. To turn it off:
1. Open Discord and click the gear icon (User Settings) in the bottom left corner.
2. Go to the Advanced section under the App Settings.
3. Toggle off the Hardware Acceleration option.
4. Restart Discord to see if this resolves the black screen issue.
2. Run Discord as Administrator
Running Discord with elevated permissions might help bypass some conflicts:
1. Close Discord completely.
2. Right-click the Discord shortcut or executable file.
3. Select Run as administrator.
3. Update Graphics Drivers
Outdated graphics drivers can cause display issues. Ensure your drivers are up to date:
1. Go to Device Manager (press Win + X and select it).
2. Expand the Display adapters section.
3. Right-click on your graphics card and select Update driver.
4. Follow the prompts to search for and install any updates.
4. Check Stream Settings
Ensure you’re selecting the correct screen or application window when streaming:
1. Start a voice or video call in Discord.
2. Click on the Screen button to start sharing.
3. Make sure you’re choosing the right application or desktop to stream.
5. Use Windowed Mode for Games
If you’re trying to stream a game and getting a black screen, try switching the game to windowed mode or borderless window mode. Some games don’t play well with fullscreen mode in Discord.
6. Disable Discord Overlay
Sometimes the Discord overlay can cause issues with streaming. You can disable it:
1. Open Discord and go to User Settings (gear icon).
2. Under Game Settings, select Overlay.
3. Toggle off the Enable in-game overlay option.
7. Reinstall Discord
If none of the above works, a fresh reinstall can help fix any corrupted files or settings:
1. Uninstall Discord from your computer.
2. Go to the official Discord website and download the latest version.
3. Reinstall Discord and check if the black screen issue persists.
8. Check for Discord or OS Updates
Make sure Discord and your operating system are up to date. Sometimes updates address bugs related to streaming:
– Check for updates in Discord under User Settings > Updates.
– For OS updates, go to Settings > Update & Security (for Windows) or System Preferences > Software Update (for macOS).
9. Test with Another User Account
Create a new Windows user account and try streaming from there. This can help determine if the issue is specific to your user profile.
By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the black screen issue while streaming on Discord. If the problem continues, consider reaching out to Discord support for further troubleshooting.
