How to fix vertical lines on laptop screen

 

Generally, laptop computers have more screen problems than desktop computers. Vertical lines on  laptop screen can be caused by a software problem or a hardware problem.

That is:-

Outdated/ Incompatible Driver

The installed graphics card creates all display-related settings, including the display screen, graphics, effects, etc. Therefore, vertical lines on  laptop screen  issue may arise if the graphics card driver is out-of-date or incompatible with the operating system.

Incorrect Display Settings

If your display monitor is using a screen resolution that is incompatible with it, Vertical lines on  laptop screen issues might arise.

Microsoft Windows OS problems

Vertical lines on  laptop screen problems can occur if you are using an operating system with malware.

Faulty hardware

Each display monitor has a unique installation process and accompanying hardware requirements, including connections and GPU. If your ribbon cable is disconnected, or if your display monitor is not compatible with the system, vertical lines may appear on the screen.

                                    Before proceeding to solve the problem of Vertical lines on  laptop screen, you have to find out whether the cause of the problem is software-related or hardware related. An easy way to do this is detailed below.

Restart the laptop and on the first screen, you see, press the special key that takes you to your computer's BIOS settings. This key depends on your laptop manufacturer and can be found not only in your laptop's user manual but also on the first screen you see when your computer starts up.

Since the BIOS is technically not part of the operating system, if the problem is software-related, you won't see any Vertical lines on  laptop screen when you're in the BIOS. However, if you see vertical lines on laptop screen while in BIOS, the problem is hardware related.

Follow the steps below to resolve Vertical lines on  laptop screen

Use Recommended Display Resolution

Right-click on a space on your desktop screen. Select Display Settings.

In the settings, the window goes to the right pane, and click on the drop-down menu for Display Resolution. Select the recommended resolution.

If you find the vertical line on monitor after this, go to the next step.

Update Graphics Diver

Go to the official website of the manufacturer of your laptop’s motherboard or graphics card.

Navigate to the website’s Support/Downloads page.

Search for all available drivers for your laptop.

Download the latest available versions of your laptop’s display drivers.

Install the display drivers.

Restart your laptop. Check if the vertical lines on  laptop screen problem have been solved once the laptop boots up.

Update Windows

Installing the latest updates can fix these issues with the Windows 10 system. You can check if the latest update is installed by going to the "Updates and Security" section of the Windows Settings app.

Right-click on the Windows Start button and select Settings

 Settings > Update & Security settings > Windows Update

Wait for the process to complete and restart your device to install the changes.

Do not restart or turn off your computer during this process. Interrupting the process could deliver incomplete or faulty patches of the Windows update files.

 

Run Windows Troubleshooter

Press Windows + I keys simultaneously to launch Windows Settings.

Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot (in the left pane)

Then, select Additional troubleshooters in the right pane.

Scroll down to select Video Playback and click Run the troubleshooter.

Option 2: Run Hardware and Devices Troubleshooter

Press Windows + R keys simultaneously to launch the Run dialog box.

Type msdt.exe -id DeviceDiagnostic and click on OK

Here click on the Advanced option, as depicted below.

 Check the box marked Apply repairs automatically and click on Next.

Once the process is completed, restart your PC and check if the vertical lines on  laptop screen issue are resolved.

 

Use the DISM tool

Press the Windows key + X and click on Windows PowerShell (Admin) to open the app with administrative privileges.

Type or paste the following command and press Enter:

DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /restorehealth

Be patient and don't pause the repair procedure; it can take ten minutes or longer.

Restart your computer

Hardware Issues

Clean the screen gently with cotton balls.

Look for cracks in the screen.

Replace The Ribbon Cable Of Your Laptop

The ribbon cable connects the laptop screen to your motherboard. If it is damaged, then you need to replace it.

 

It is best to have this work done by an experienced technician.