If you’ve updated Task Bar Hero recently and suddenly see a black screen behind the game window, don’t worry—you’re not alone. Many players have run into this issue after the latest patch, and the in-game “restore transparent window” button doesn’t always do the trick. Here’s a fix that worked for me, and it’s surprisingly simple.
Step-by-Step Fix
Step 1: Open your Steam Library
Right-click on Task Bar Hero in your Steam library.
Step 2: Go to Installed Files
From the dropdown menu, select Manage → Browse Local Files. This will open the game’s installation folder.
Step 3: Locate the Game Executable
Find the file named TaskBarHero.exe in that folder.
Step 4: Open Properties
Right-click on TaskBarHero.exe and select Properties.
Step 5: Adjust Compatibility Settings
Click on the Compatibility tab.
Step 6: Disable Fullscreen Optimizations
Check the box that says Disable fullscreen optimizations.
Step 7: Change High DPI Settings
Click the Change high DPI settings button. In the new window, check the box that says Override high DPI scaling behavior. Then, from the dropdown menu below, select Application.
Step 8: Apply and Launch
Click OK on both windows, then launch the game again. The black background should be gone.
Tips
- If the black screen persists, try restarting your computer after applying the settings.
- Make sure your graphics drivers are up to date—this can sometimes interfere with transparency effects.
- If you’re using any third-party overlays (like Discord or MSI Afterburner), try disabling them temporarily to rule out conflicts.
Final Thoughts
This fix has helped me and several other players get rid of the black background issue in Task Bar Hero. It’s a quick tweak that doesn’t require any file editing or reinstalling. Give it a shot and let me know in the comments if it worked for you—we’re collecting feedback to pass along to the developers. Happy looting!
More Guides:
- TBH: Task Bar Hero – Beginner’s Guide (Everything You Need to Know to Get Started)
- TBH: Task Bar Hero – Tips Based on Personal Experience
