How to fix error dxgi-error-graphics-vidpn-source-in-use in Windows 11

Solution Steps

1. 1 Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager. Look under the 'Processes' tab for any applications that might be using the display, such as game launchers, screen recorders, or streaming software. Right-click them and select 'End Task' to close them. This frees up the display output so your game can use it.
2. 2 Press Win + I to open Settings, then go to System → Display. Scroll down and click 'Advanced display settings'. Check the refresh rate and resolution for your monitor. If you have multiple displays, make sure the one you're using is set as 'Make this my main display'. This ensures the game knows which screen to use.
3. 3 Open your graphics control panel (NVIDIA Control Panel, AMD Radeon Software, or Intel Graphics Command Center). Look for settings related to display mode or multi-display setup. Set it to 'Single display performance mode' if you have multiple monitors, or ensure the correct display is selected. This prevents the system from trying to use a display that's already in use.
4. 4 Press Win + X and select 'Device Manager'. Expand 'Display adapters', right-click your graphics card, and select 'Uninstall device'. Check the box that says 'Delete the driver software for this device' and click Uninstall. Then restart your PC. Windows will reinstall a basic driver, but you should then download and install the latest driver from your GPU manufacturer's website. This clears out any corrupted driver settings that might be causing the conflict.
5. 5 If the issue persists, press Win + R, type 'msconfig' and press Enter. Go to the 'Boot' tab and check 'Safe boot' with 'Minimal' selected. Restart your PC. In Safe Mode, the system loads only essential drivers. Try launching your game. If it works, the problem is likely a conflicting background application. Uninstall recently installed software or use 'System Restore' to revert to a previous state.