If videos, streams, or embedded content in Chrome suddenly look too dark or have extreme contrast, it’s usually a display or rendering issue.
Here’s how you can fix it.
1. Check Hardware Acceleration
This feature can cause contrast issues.
a. Open Chrome settings
b. Go to “System”
c. Turn off “Use hardware acceleration when available”
d. Click “Relaunch”
2. Reset Chrome Flags
Experimental settings might affect video rendering.
a. Type chrome://flags in the address bar
b. Click “Reset all”
c. Restart Chrome
3. Update Graphics Drivers
Outdated or broken drivers can mess with video playback.
a. Open Device Manager (search in Start)
b. Expand “Display adapters”
c. Right-click your GPU and choose “Update driver”
d. Restart your computer
4. Try Incognito Mode
Extensions may interfere with rendering.
a. Open a new Incognito window (Ctrl+Shift+N)
b. Play a video and check the contrast
If it looks normal, an extension might be the problem.
5. Disable Suspicious Extensions
Find and turn off any that might affect visuals.
a. Go to chrome://extensions
b. Disable them one by one
c. Test videos after each
6. Check Display Settings in Windows
Your system settings may apply high contrast or filters.
a. Open Settings > Accessibility > Contrast themes
b. Make sure it’s set to “None”
c. Also check Color Filters under “Color and high contrast”
7. Adjust Monitor Settings
Some monitors apply contrast-enhancing modes.
Use the monitor’s menu buttons to:
a. Turn off any gaming or vivid presets
b. Reset to default display mode
These steps usually fix high contrast video issues in Chrome. If nothing helps, consider creating a new Chrome user profile to rule out deeper settings problems.
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