## Fixing a Frozen Screen on Surface Pro After Windows Update
If your Surface Pro screen is frozen after a Windows update, **try pressing the Windows key + Ctrl + Shift + B to restart your graphics driver, or press and hold the power button for 10 seconds to force a shutdown and restart**. If this doesn’t work, follow the step-by-step guide below.
## Step-by-Step Guide
1. **Force a shutdown**: Press and hold the power button for 10 seconds to force a shutdown. This will turn off your Surface Pro.
2. **Boot in Safe Mode**: Restart your Surface Pro and immediately start pressing the **F8 key** repeatedly. This will take you to the Advanced Boot Options screen. Select **Safe Mode** and press Enter.
3. **Uninstall recent updates**: In Safe Mode, go to **Settings** > **Update & Security** > **View update history** > **Uninstall updates**. Remove the most recent updates and see if this resolves the issue.
4. **Disable fast startup**: Go to **Settings** > **Power & sleep** > **Choose what the power buttons do** > **Change settings that are currently unavailable**. Uncheck **Turn on fast startup (recommended)** and click **Save changes**.
5. **Update drivers**: Go to the **Microsoft website** and download the latest drivers for your Surface Pro. Install the drivers and restart your device.
6. **Run a system restore**: If you have a System Restore point available, go to **Control Panel** > **System and Security** > **System** > **System protection**. Select **System Restore** and follow the prompts to restore your system to a previous point.
## Frequently Asked Questions
* **Q: Why does my Surface Pro screen keep freezing after a Windows update?**
A: This can be caused by a variety of factors, including incompatible drivers, software conflicts, or issues with the Windows update itself.
* **Q: Will uninstalling recent updates fix the issue?**
A: Uninstalling recent updates may resolve the issue, but it’s not a guarantee. If you’re still experiencing issues after uninstalling updates, try the other steps in this guide.
* **Q: Can I prevent my Surface Pro screen from freezing in the future?**
A: Yes, you can take steps to prevent future freezes by keeping your drivers up to date, avoiding installing untrustworthy software, and regularly backing up your data.
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