Fix Lively Wallpaper Black Screen

If wallpapers are black, frozen, or missing, follow this checklist.

Check wallpaper source first

Test with a built-in sample to confirm whether the issue is your media file or URL.

Install latest graphics driver and Windows updates, then reboot.

Disable conflicting wallpaper slideshow tools or duplicate wallpaper managers.

Verify scaling and resolution combinations. Mixed DPI setups often trigger display issues.