[FIX] Black Background PNG in File Explorer on Windows 10

If the background is still black, proceed with the fixes below.

Check for transparency. A PNG file, or an ICN or SVG one may not have transparency. ...
Restart File Explorer. ...
Clear thumbnail cache. ...
Rename folder or move file. ...
Save the file again. ...
Remove shell extensions. ...
Change view type. ...
Check for updates.

Why do my PNG files have a black background?
Why is my file explorer background black?
Why are my PNG files not transparent?
Why does my PNG still have a background?
How do I save a PNG without black background?
Why does my JPG have a black background?
Why is my file explorer not in dark mode?
How do I change the background in Windows Explorer?
How do I make my Windows 10 Background black?
How do you make a PNG background transparent?
How can you tell if a PNG is transparent?
How do I save a PNG with a white background?

Why do my PNG files have a black background?

In a normally-saved PNG, this data would be included in a separate alpha mask and be read appropriately by the program. In this case, with the transparency data unable to be read, the image background turns black.

Why is my file explorer background black?

To enable the File Explorer dark theme, head to Settings > Personalization > Colors. Then scroll down in the right column to the More options section and choose Dark for the “Choose your default app mode” option. That's it. ... One thing you can do to make it look more unique is to change the Accent Colors.

Why are my PNG files not transparent?

Not ALL applications support transparent PNG files unless the file itself is devoid of any "invisible" (there, but layer turned off in Photoshop) layers that might become visible if the application cannot distinguish between a layer that is visible and a layer that is not.

Why does my PNG still have a background?

With the most recent versions of iOS, when you import photos using iTunes import/sync or iCloud sync it will convert your transparent PNG file to a non-transparent JPG file. If it stays white then the image has been converted to a JPG file. ...

How do I save a PNG without black background?

If you have an image without a background, you can just save it in png format.

Click File → Save As.
Choose a name of your choice and select png format by clicking the drop down menu.

Why does my JPG have a black background?

You save the image as a JPEG, not the panel, so the JPEG has the default background, which shows up as black. Your approach to creating the image is backwards if you ask me.

Why is my file explorer not in dark mode?

If the dark theme isn't available for File Explorer on your PC, the issue is most likely related to a missing update. The dark theme in File Explorer is a new feature, and so far it's available only in Windows 10 October update or later.

How do I change the background in Windows Explorer?

How to Change Windows Explorer Background Color

Press "Windows-D" to minimize all windows. Right-click the desktop.
Click "Personalize." Under Basic and High Contract Themes, click "Windows Classic."
Select "Window Color" from the toolbar. ...
Choose a color from the options. ...
Click "OK" to change the background color in Windows Explorer.

How do I make my Windows 10 Background black?

Go to Settings (Windows key + I), then select “Personalization.” Choose “Colors,” and, finally, under “App Mode,” choose “Dark.”

How do you make a PNG background transparent?

How to remove make a picture background transparent

Step 1: Insert the image into the editor. ...
Step 2: Next, click the Fill button on the toolbar and choose Transparent. ...
Step 3: Adjust your tolerance. ...
Step 4: Click the background areas you want to remove. ...
Step 5: Save your image as a PNG.

How can you tell if a PNG is transparent?

Saturday, April 21, 2018

Type in your search term and run your search as normal.
After you get your results, click on "Tools" in the top menu to see the advanced search options.
In the "Color" drop down menu choose the option for "Transparent".
The results you get now will be images that have a transparent portion.

How do I save a PNG with a white background?

Hold down alt on your keyboard, this separates the handle allowing smooth transparent edges and drag the left half inwards until the white is completely gone. Note: if you're not careful a residue of white may be left. You can now save for web as a transparent png if you wish.