Windows 10: Windows blanks screen when I try to switch users

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  1. L.H._20
    L.H._20 Win User

    Windows blanks screen when I try to switch users


    When I try to switch users on the computer, my screen simply goes completely blank when I select the username doesn't even allow me to input a password. If I force reboot the computer and log in to either account from start, they open just fine. The issue only occurs when switching, and no nothing is visible on the screen no mouse, no desktop bar, no start button, nothing.

    :)
     
    L.H._20, Jun 6, 2024
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  2. MORRISON5891
    Morrison5891 Win User

    Blank screen after logoff/switch user in vista

    So, everytime someone logs off or switches user accounts from Windows Vista Ultimate 64-Bit, it goes to a blank screen and you have to restart the computer. I've been trying to fix this for the last 2 days and havnt found anything that helps.

    Anyone have any ideas?

    Thanks...
     
    Morrison5891, Jun 6, 2024
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  3. NIKHAR_K
    Nikhar_K Win User
    Switch user from lock screen

    Hi,



    Thank you for writing to Microsoft Community Forums.



    I understand that you want to switch user from lock screen. I’ll certainly help you with the steps.



    Once you lock the computer, to switch from one user account to another from the lock screen, select the user name from the list of available users at the bottom left of the sign-in screen, enter the credentials to sign-in.



    Below is a screenshot of lock screen for reference:




    Windows blanks screen when I try to switch users c2a15387-8165-46f6-8ab0-904d80af2e1b?upload=true.jpg




    However, if you wish to switch user without locking the computer, refer the steps mentioned in the article

    How to switch users (accounts) in Windows 10



    Let us know if you need any further assistance, we will be glad to help you.



    Regards,

    Nikhar Khare

    Microsoft Community - Moderator
     
    Nikhar_K, Jun 6, 2024
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  4. ANGELA PUN
    Angela Pun Win User

    Windows blanks screen when I try to switch users

    Blank Screen

    Hi Virginia,

    Conflicts with third-party software and outdated graphic drivers are common contributors to the black screen issue that you're having. To isolate the said issue, we'd like to ask a few questions:

    • Are you getting any error messages before getting a blank screen?
    • Are you experiencing this when using a particular app?
    • Were there any changes made on your computer settings prior to this issue?

    Meanwhile, we suggest that you refer to this
    article     which talks about the steps you can take to resolve blank screen errors.

    We'll wait for your response and assist you accordingly.
     
    Angela Pun, Jun 6, 2024
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