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Microsoft Reveals Redesigned Blue Screen of Death for Windows 11

The updated error screen, currently in testing, may replace the traditional blue with black and aims to simplify user experience.

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Overview

  • Microsoft has announced a redesign of the Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) in Windows 11, previewing a streamlined interface in test builds.
  • The new design removes the QR code and sad face emoji, focusing on clear technical information and user-friendly messaging.
  • While the test builds show a green error screen, reports suggest the final version may feature a black screen instead of the traditional blue, though this remains unconfirmed.
  • The redesigned BSOD is expected to launch with Windows 11 version 24H2 later this year, marking the first major update to the screen since Windows 8.
  • Windows Insiders can preview the updated BSOD in Beta, Dev, and Canary Channels, as Microsoft tests the new design principles.