Loss of exclusive full screen mode

What is DXGI_ERROR_NOT_CURRENT?

The DXGI_ERROR_NOT_CURRENT error is categorized as a low-severity graphics API (DirectX) issue that can significantly impact your PC's stability. The game lost focus or was minimized by a system notification. When experiencing the Loss of exclusive full screen mode fault, users often report sudden system crashes, unresponsive behavior, or a blue screen of death (BSOD). In most diagnostic scenarios, this problem is directly triggered by underlying hardware or software complications such as windows notifications and applications running in the background (eg updates). To permanently resolve the DXGI_ERROR_NOT_CURRENT issue and prevent further system degradation, it is highly recommended to follow our step-by-step troubleshooting guide below, ensuring your graphics API (DirectX) components are functioning correctly.

Common Causes

• Windows Notifications
• Applications running in the background (eg updates)

Step-by-Step Fix Guide

• 1
  Turn on Focus Assist mode

  Applying the first fix (Turn on Focus Assist mode) addresses the most common root cause of DXGI_ERROR_NOT_CURRENT and restores baseline functionality.

• 2
  Switch the game to Borderless mode

  If the problem persists, proceeding with the remaining steps ensures all edge cases related to directx instability are covered.

Commands & Diagnostics