Restart Gpu →

This free tool includes a small file called restart.exe (or restart64.exe ). Running this file performs a very thorough restart of the entire graphics stack.

If the shortcut doesn't work, you can manually toggle the hardware. This is useful if your GPU is acting up but you can still navigate the desktop. Right-click the button and select Device Manager . Expand the Display adapters section. restart gpu

💡 Press Win + Ctrl + Shift + B

Here is everything you need to know about why this works and how to do it properly. This free tool includes a small file called restart

Right-click your GPU (e.g., NVIDIA GeForce, AMD Radeon, or Intel Iris). Select (confirm any warnings). This is useful if your GPU is acting

: A driver restart will not fix hardware failure or corrupted driver files. If issues persist, consider uninstalling and reinstalling the driver from the manufacturer's official site .