# Omarchy OS: Why am I getting a black screen after logging in?

A black screen has several possible causes, including display configuration or a failed desktop component.

2026-07-19
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If it began after an update, try the pre-update snapshot from the boot menu. If you can reach a TTY with **Ctrl + Alt + F2**, collect Omarchy diagnostics and check recent configuration changes before resetting anything. Share the details in the Omarchy help channel.

Source: [Omarchy manual](https://omarchy.org/manual/troubleshooting/).

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