The all-new transparency effect makes Windows 11 look fresh and gives an aesthetical boost to the user interface. The feature allows the background to shine through using a blur technique without adversely affecting the system performance.

But for many, the transparency effect is not working on their Windows 11 PC. If this describes you, below are the solutions you can try to fix the issue.

Why Is the Transparency Effect Not Working on Windows 11?

Here are all the potential culprits responsible for the malfunctioning of the transparency effect in Windows 11.

  1. The transparency effect will stop functioning if the system battery is running low.
  2. If the computer is set on the low power mode, you will most likely face the problem.
  3. The issue can also pop up due to the outdated Windows version.

These were all the reasons behind the problem. Now, let's check out all the potential fixes you can try in the situation.

1. Ensure the Transparency Effect Is Enabled Under Windows Settings

You will not see the result of the transparency effect if it is disabled under the Windows settings. To enable the transparency effect on Windows 11, follow the below steps.

  1. Open Settings using Win + I.
  2. Choose Personalization from the left panel.
  3. Click on Colors.
  4. Enable the toggle next to Transparency effects.
    Windows 11 Personalization settings

That's it. Check if you see the desired result or not.

2. Charge Up Your Laptop

The transparency effect will not function if the laptop battery is below 20%. The transparency effect is a comparatively power-consuming feature; Windows automatically disables it when the power goes below 20%.

So, make sure the laptop power is above the minimum power limit if you want to enjoy the effect.

3. Turn Off the Power Saver Mode

If you enable Windows' power save mode, the operating system automatically disables all the non-essential features, including the transparency effect. As such, you need to disable the power save mode to enjoy the transparency effect on Windows 11.

Here's how to disable the power save mode.

  1. Open Settings.
  2. Under the System tab, choose Power & battery.
  3. Click on Turn off now next to the Battery saver option.
    Windows 11 Battery Saver mode

Now, re-enable the transparency effect feature and check if it is functioning or not.

4. Change the System Power Mode

If the problem continues, you can consider changing the system power settings. Windows 11 lets you change the power mode as per the system power use and performance.

To use the transparency effect without an issue, set the power mode to the best performance. Here's how to do it.

  1. Open Settings > Power & battery.
  2. Click on the drop-down icon next to Power mode.
  3. Choose the Best performance option from the menu.
    Windows 11 Best Performance mode

Check if you are still facing the problem. If yes, try the next solution on the list.

5. Download the Latest Windows Update

The problem in the discussion can also appear if you are not using the latest Windows update. Microsoft rolls out new updates to enhance Windows performance and eliminate minor bugs. And from what it looks like, the problem can result from a temporary bug in the current Windows version.

So, you will have to download the latest Windows update to eliminate the issue. Here's how to do it.

  1. Open Settings and choose Windows Update from the left pane.
  2. Click on Check for Updates.

Windows will now check for and download any available updates. Once done, reboot the system and check for the problem.

6. Update the Graphics Driver

You need to ensure that the system features the latest graphics driver update if you want to enjoy features like transparency effects. If this isn't the case, you will always find your systems surrounded by different issues.

You can update graphics driver on Windows by following the below steps.

  1. Press Win + X and choose Device Manager from the context menu.
  2. Double-click on Display adapters to expand the option.
  3. Right-click on the installed graphics driver, and select Update Driver.
    update graphics driver windows
  4. Click on Search automatically for drivers.

That's it. Windows will search the system for the best available graphics driver and install it on your computer.

7. Turn On the Transparency Effect Using the Registry Editor

The next solution on the list is to enable the transparency effect using the Registry Editor. You can do it by following the below steps.

  1. Open the Registry Editor using one of the many ways to open the Registry Editor on Windows 11.
  2. In the address bar, copy-paste the following location and press Enter.
            Computer\HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Themes\Personalize 
        
  3. Double-click on EnableTransparency in the right pane.
  4. Change the Value data to 1 and click on OK.
    Registry Editor EnableTransparency entry

Next, reboot the system, and check for the problem. If the transparency effect is still not functioning, continue with the guide.

8. Troubleshoot in Clean Boot

Clean boot is a troubleshooting technique in which a system boots up with a minimal set of drivers and programs. You can use the clean boot to identify a particular program causing the problem in the discussion.

Here is how to perform a clean boot on Windows 11:

  1. Open the Run dialogue box using Win + R.
  2. Type msconfig and press Enter.
  3. Switch to the Services tab.
  4. Checkmark the Hide all Microsoft services option.
    hide-all-microsoft-services-window-1
  5. Click on Disable all.
  6. Switch to the Startup tab, and choose the Open Task Manager option.
  7. Right-click on all the startup applications and choose End task from the context menu.
  8. Go back to the Startup tab and click on OK.

On the next restart, Windows will start in the clean boot state.

9. Reset Windows 11

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If none of the steps was helpful, and you can't live without the transparency effect, consider resetting the computer. Below are the steps to reset a Windows 11 PC.

  1. Open Settings > Recovery.
  2. Click on Reset PC next to Reset this PC.

Next, follow the onscreen instructions to reset Windows 11 PC.

Enjoy Transparency Effects on Windows 11 Again

Windows 11 comes with many customization features, one of which is the transparency effect. It makes the background transparent for desktop, Start menu, Windows Terminal, and many more applications. But if the transparency effect is not working on Windows 11, consider trying the above solutions.