Black Out Screen
Pure black screen for OLED power saving, dark room ambiance, or dead pixel testing.
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Black Out Screen

White Out Screen’s black display is a free online tool that fills your monitor with a pure black background. Used for OLED power saving, dead pixel detection, dark room ambiance and eye strain reduction — no download or signup required.

F or Space — Fullscreen
ESC — Exit fullscreen
— Cycle colors
R — Reset color

What people use it for

🔋 OLED Power Saving

Black pixels on OLED screens consume almost no power. A fullscreen black display significantly reduces battery drain on laptops, phones and tablets.

🖥️ Dead Pixel Testing

Black screens reveal bright stuck pixels that are invisible on white. Alternate between black and white for thorough pixel testing.

🌙 Dark Room Ambiance

Create a completely dark environment without turning off your monitor. Ideal for watching films, relaxing or sleeping with a screen nearby.

👁️ Eye Strain Relief

Reduce eye fatigue during long screen sessions by switching to black when taking breaks.

🎥 Video Production

Use as a black backdrop for product shots or video thumbnails requiring a pure dark background.

Screensavers

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DVD Screensaver

Pro tips

  • Use Yellow screen for comfortable late-night reading — warmer and less disruptive than white.
  • Press F or click the screen to launch true fullscreen mode instantly.
  • Use Red screen to preserve night vision while stargazing — red light is least disruptive to dark adaptation.
  • Use Green screen as a chroma key background for webcam effects in video calls.
  • Adjust the Lightness slider to dial in the exact brightness you need without touching your system settings.
  • Download any color at up to 8K resolution as a PNG — great for design mockups or wallpapers.

Frequently asked questions

What is a black screen online tool used for?
A black screen online tool displays a pure fullscreen black background on your monitor. It is used for OLED power saving, dead pixel testing, dark room ambiance, eye strain relief and video production backgrounds — free with no download required.
Does a black screen save battery on laptops?
On OLED and AMOLED screens, black pixels are turned off completely, which significantly reduces power consumption. On LCD screens the saving is minimal as the backlight stays on, but a black screen still reduces eye strain during breaks.
How do I test for dead pixels using a black screen?
Display a fullscreen black background and look for any bright white, red, green or blue spots. These are stuck pixels that are emitting light when they shouldn’t. Alternate with white, red, green and blue screens for a full test.
Can I use a black screen to sleep with my monitor on?
Yes — a fullscreen black display produces minimal light, making it suitable for leaving a monitor on overnight without disturbing sleep. For best results also reduce your monitor’s brightness to the lowest setting.
Is the black screen tool free?
Completely free. No signup, no ads, no tracking. Open it in your browser and it works instantly.
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