The trend towards turning your TV’s screen green is becoming more frequent. This happens most often when you try to stream content from YouTube TV, Netflix, or other streaming services.
There is an easy way to fix this problem.
TV Green Screen
You must reset your TV if it has a green screen. Do not unplug the TV until you have waited 60 seconds. Press and hold the power button for 30 seconds while your TV is unplugged. Once the timer is over, turn on your TV again. You should see the green screen disappear!
There are many ways that the TV green screen issue (also known as the green screen of death), can manifest.
It can be, for example, solid color of green or a tint of it.
These problems can almost all be fixed, fortunately.
Power-cycle (reset your TV)
Most times, the problem with your green screen will be fixed by power-cycling or soft reset.
Simply turn off the TV by pressing the power button on your remote or directly on it.
Next, unplug your TV from the wall outlet for a minimum of 60 seconds.
Turn off the TV and leave it unplugged. Hold down the power button for approximately 10 seconds. This must be done using the power button on your TV, not the remote.
This will draw any remaining power from the TV. Plug the TV into the wall outlet again and turn it on.
The device will reset itself when power is applied. This can likely fix the TV’s green screen.
Although the green screen problem is often temporary, it can return after a few days and you will have to go over this again
If this doesn’t work, check all connections to your TV.
Loose Connections
Next, inspect your TV quickly for loose cables.
The screen can go green easily if there are weak or missing connections.
Make sure all wires are securely and correctly inserted into your TV.
You can unplug them, then plug them in again to make sure they are working properly.
Check for damaged wires
It’s important to make sure that everything is connected properly. However, you should also check for any damaged wires.
We are specifically looking for unusual bends, fraying, and wires that don’t fit in the outlets.
These are usually very simple and inexpensive to replace and should be easy for you to spot.
The HDMI cord is often the problem. They can easily become damaged or warped over time.
Disable HDR+ mode
Some TVs can display the HDR mode (“High Dynamic Range”) on their screens. To navigate the menu, click SETTINGS, then select PICTURE, and then EXPERT SECTIONS.
It will vary depending on the TV, but it should not be difficult to find.
Turn off HDR+ Mode in expert settings and check if your TV’s green light goes away.
Another option is to keep HDR+ Mode turned on and then change RGB Only Mode to Off. To find the best setting for you, you might have to switch between them.
Software Update for TV
To ensure that a Smart TV works properly, it needs to be updated regularly.
It can also cause problems if your TV has not received its software updates. This includes green screen problems.
Simply search for the latest firmware for your TV model.
Each TV is unique, but the following are some things you can do to make sure your TV works for you:
- Go to.
- Choose the option.
- Go to Update.
- Choose the Software option.
Your TV will automatically update. The process can take some time, but your TV will notify you when it is complete.
Factory reset TV
Turn on the TV and go to the TV menu.
Each TV is different and requires a different procedure to factory reset.
It is a good idea to Google the TV manufacturer followed by “factory reset”. Examples include: “Reset Samsung TV”.
A factory reset will restore your TV’s settings to the original day it was purchased.
Factory reset TV with remote
You can factory reset your TV even if you don’t have remote access for any reason.
Locate the buttons on your TV to do this. They may be located on the right-hand side, left side, or bottom depending on which model you have.
To find the buttons you need, Google your TV’s manufacturer.
After turning off, restarting, and factory resetting the TV, it will be turned back on. This process may take around a minute.
You should now have resolved the TV green screen problem. But, I have added some steps to try before you give up.
TV Green Screen on YouTube
Many people experience the TV’s green screen when trying to view videos on their TV using the YouTube app. This can also occur on streaming services such as Netflix.
This is a strange problem, as some YouTube videos work perfectly while others display a solid color with the audio playing in the background.
Some TVs have a solid black box in place of the green on the videos. This only affects the video player, related videos, comment section, and other areas.
Sign up for YouTube and Google
If you get a yellow screen on YouTube, it is best to log out and then sign back in.
You can force YouTube to close if you are using Android TV.
Clearing the cache for YouTube is a good idea. This is how to clear caches on Android TVs.
- The Home button can be pressed with the remote control
- Open Settings
- Choose Apps
- Find YouTube on the list
- Clear cache and open app data
- You can also force the app to stop or uninstall it
- The issue might be fixed by reinstalling the app
YouTube Videos Green for PC
What if your TV is connected to your computer and you see a green screen? Many people use their computer or laptop to mirror/cast movies on their TV.
This issue can also be found on computers, especially when you use the Google Chrome browser.
To fix YouTube’s green screen on a computer,
- Open Google Chrome. Hover your mouse over the three horizontal dots in the upper right corner.
- Select Settings
- Expand the Advanced tab
- Select System
- Disable Use hardware acceleration when it is available
To check if the problem has been resolved, restart Google Chrome.
What causes the TV green screen?
It is not clear why a TV gets stuck on a green screen. The most common theory is that the TV is having an HDMI “handshake problem” with a connected HDMI device.
You don’t have to use a video output device. It could also be used with an AV receiver or soundbar.
This is why I asked you to reseat all HDMI devices connected to your TV in step 1.
Conclusion
Common TV green screen problems are quite common. It’s usually temporary and can be easily fixed by you.
How to fix a TV greenscreen:
- Do not unplug the TV until you have waited 60 seconds.
- Vergewisserte verbindungen
- Check to make sure that there are no damaged wires or cables
- Disable HDR+ Mode
- Manually update your TV’s software to the most recent version
- Factory reset your TV without or with your remote
- Contact the support team of your TV manufacturer
Try logging out of your account and logging back in if you experience a green screen when streaming YouTube or Netflix. Clear the app cache.
In the event that none of the above work, you might try these solutions. Otherwise, you may need to check your warranty.
