How do I change background color

Change the black desktop in Start > Settings > Personalization > Background, then select Solid color and choose a new color, or select Picture to use an image.^1^

If the whole Windows interface is black

If Settings, Start, and applications are also dark:

1. Open Start > Settings > Personalization > Colors.
2. Under Choose your mode, select Light.
   Alternatively, choose Custom to set Windows and applications to different light or dark modes.^2^

If the background remains black

A contrast theme can override normal background settings:

1. Open Start > Settings > Accessibility > Contrast themes.
2. Select None from the drop-down list.
3. Select Apply.^3^

If it still does not change, open Settings > Personalization > Themes and select one of the default Windows themes.^4^

References

1. [Windows 11 24H2 or later](https://support.microsoft.com/windows/experience/power-battery/battery-saving-tips-for-windows#change-display-settings)
2. Personalize your Colors in Windows | Microsoft Support
3. Change color contrast in Windows | Microsoft Support
4. [Windows 11](https://support.microsoft.com/windows/experience/personalization/personalize-your-windows-experience-with-themes)