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Invisible Box on Desktop: Why is It There & How to Fix It

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

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Many users have complained about an invisible box on their desktop, which is one way or another problem. Unfortunately, the invisible box on the desktop only appears when the cursor drapes above it.

However, numerous other display issues, like theWindows 11 theme keeps changing, causing problems with the PC.

Why is the invisible box on the desktop?

The invisible box on the desktop can be there for many reasons. The most common cause is an outdated Windows operating system. Windows 11 is in its early phase, and new builds occasionally come in. So, you won’t be able to fix the bugs that cause this problem if you don’t install these updates.

Other factors that may be responsible for the invisible box on the desktop are:

There are other causes not mentioned above, but regardless, you can fix the problem with some fixes.

How do I get rid of the invisible box on the desktop in Windows 10/11?

Before proceeding with any fixes, check the following preliminary steps:

If the problem persists, try the following solutions:

1. Update your graphics driver

Read our article onhow to update drivers on Windows 11for other methods you can use if the above doesn’t work for you.

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2. Update Windows Operating System

Updating the Windows operating system can fix bugs affecting your PC and causing the invisible box to appear.

In case you run into issues with the Windows update, we recommend you check our guide onfixing Windows updates & security issueson your PC.

3. End the MiniSearchHost process in the Task Manager

Ending tasks for the MiniSearchHost will close any background search process that causes the problem.

4. Restart Windows Explorer

The Windows Explorer processes may be active in the background, so ending tasks for it will completely close the program and fix the problem. Readwhat to do if Windows Explorer keeps crashingon your computer.

5. Disable the Search function

The invisible box should disappear from your desktop.

It is our last recommendation, as it’ll prevent you from accessing the Search widget, but it will fix the problem.

Nevertheless, there are many other issues users complain about regarding Windows display that you may encounter. Hence, we recommend you check thefixes for the yellow tint display issueon Windows 10/11.

Also, you can checkhow to fix the red tint on screen issueson Windows 10/11.

Do not hesitate to drop your suggestions and questions in the comments section.

Invisible Box on Desktop: Why is It There & How to Fix It#

Why is the invisible box on the desktop?#

How do I get rid of the invisible box on the desktop in Windows 10/11?#

1. Update your graphics driver#

Outbyte Driver Updater#

2. Update Windows Operating System#

3. End the MiniSearchHost process in the Task Manager#

4. Restart Windows Explorer#

5. Disable the Search function#