If your graphic card driver is causing problems, there are several steps you can take to try and troubleshoot the issue.
1. Check for Updates
The first thing you should do is check for any updates for your graphic card driver. Most graphics cards have the ability to update their own drivers either through the manufacturer’s website or through Windows Update. It is important to keep your drivers up to date because it increases compatibility with newer applications and games, as well as ensuring optimal performance of your graphic card.
2. Uninstall and ReInstall
If updating the driver does not solve the issue, you may need to uninstall and then reinstall your graphic card driver. To do so, first open the Device Manager by right-clicking on the Start button and selecting the option. Find the category for Display adapters and double-click on the icon for your graphics card. Choose the Uninstall button, then restart your computer to allow Windows to reinstall the driver. After your computer has restarted, open the Device Manager again and make sure the driver has been successfully installed.
3. Rollback Driver
If reinstalling the driver does not work, you may want to try and roll back the driver to a previous version. To do so, first open the Device Manager and right-click on the icon for your graphics card. Select the Properties option and go to the Driver tab. Here you will be able to select the option to Roll Back Driver. If this is successful, it should restore the previous version of the driver.
4. Run System File Checker
If rolling back the driver does not help, you may want to run the System File Checker (SFC) utility to scan the system and repair any corrupted file. To access this utility, open the Command Prompt as an administrator and type in the command sfc /scannow. This process may take some time, but it should be able to detect and fix any errors in the system files associated with your graphic card driver.
5. Utilize Third-Party Software
If none of the above methods have worked, you may want to try utilizing third-party software to help diagnose and repair the issue. Programs such as Driver Booster, Driver Easy, and DriverFix are all very popular and can often detect and fix common driver issues. These programs automatically scan the system, identify outdated or missing drivers, and download and install the necessary updates.
6. Contact Manufacturer
If nothing else works, your last resort may be to contact the manufacturer of your graphic card for assistance. Many companies have dedicated customer support teams that can provide further advice or help walk you through the process of resolving the issue.
No matter which solution you choose, it is important to make sure that you always have the most recent version of the graphics driver installed. This ensures compatibility with new software and games, as well as providing optimal performance of your graphic card.