They can be used as a cool backdrop for your computer or as a way to get rid of all the clutter on your screen. So, if you are searching for a solution to fix your Windows screensaver not working, then you are at the right place. 

Why is my screensaver not working in Windows 11?

If you’re lost on why the screensaver is not working on your Windows 11, below are some possible causes:

Virus infection – It’s possible that there’s a bug in Windows 11 that causes the screensaver to stop working after a few minutes of use. Corrupt user profile – You might have a corrupted user profile, especially if you didn’t create it correctly or tampered with some settings. New Windows updates – When a new version of Windows is released, there are usually some changes that can sometimes cause issues with your screensaver. Outdated/missing drivers – In some cases, if you’re using an older driver or have missing drivers, they may not be compatible with the latest version of Windows.  Configurations – You may have incorrectly configured the screensaver settings.

How do I trigger the screensaver in Windows 11?

As usual, before you apply any of the slightly technical solutions listed below, we recommend you start with the following:

Remove all connected peripherals such as mice, USB drives, or printers. Clean your mouse and mouse pad to ensure it doesn’t accidentally trigger the screen. Verify that you have enabled the screensaver settings. Ensure your PC’s sleep time is greater than the screensaver. Check if you have recently installed any new software and uninstall it, especially an app that is also a screen saver or program that might interfere with the screen saver. Try restarting your PC.

1. Run the Power troubleshooter 

2. Update Display drivers 

If you have a Windows 11 screensaver that is not working and doesn’t want to go through the long method, you can try to update the display drivers using a third-party tool. DriverFix scans your system for corrupted, missing, or outdated driver versions. Once it finds a faulty driver, it will download and install an updated version.

3. Switch to a new user profile 

If your screensaver is not working in Windows 11, it is possible that your current user account is corrupted. To get around this, the next time you log in, switch to a different user profile or copy your profile to a new one. You can also create a new profile if you wish to do so. If this works, you will have confirmed that the previous profile is corrupted and needs to be repaired.

4. Run DISM and SFC scans

5. Scan for viruses

6. Check for Windows updates 

7. Restore Power settings to default

8. Perform a clean boot

Now that you have fixed the issue of your screensaver not working, perhaps you’ll be interested in our collection of awesome screensavers for your Windows 11. Do let us know of any additional solution not mentioned here that may have worked for you in the comment section below.

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