Laptop Screen Flickering

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The display flashes or flickers intermittently during use.

Symptoms
  • Flashing screen
  • Lines on display
  • Brightness jumps
Possible Causes
  • Loose video cable
  • Outdated GPU driver
  • Failing backlight

Step-by-Step Fix

1

Update Graphics Driver

Download the latest driver from the manufacturer's website.

2

Check Refresh Rate

Ensure the refresh rate matches the monitor's specifications.

3

Test with External Monitor

If the external monitor doesn't flicker, the laptop screen or cable is likely faulty.

When to See a Technician

A flickering screen often points to a loose eDP cable inside the hinge.

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