Bug Report Flickering background if background image is set #1470

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opened 2026-01-30 22:28:12 +00:00 by claunia · 0 comments
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Originally created by @Summon528 on GitHub (Jun 1, 2019).

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Windows build number: Microsoft Windows [Version 10.0.18362.145]
Windows Terminal version (if applicable): 880272c74

Any other software?

Steps to reproduce

  1. Set terminal to light theme
  2. Set a dark background image in a profile
  3. Open a new tab with that profile

Expected behavior

Actual behavior

Screen flickered
Imgur

Related to #853, probably because dxrender layer overwrites background image for a little bit amount of time

Originally created by @Summon528 on GitHub (Jun 1, 2019). <!-- This bug tracker is monitored by Windows Terminal development team and other technical folks. **Important: When reporting BSODs or security issues, DO NOT attach memory dumps, logs, or traces to Github issues**. Instead, send dumps/traces to secure@microsoft.com, referencing this GitHub issue. Please use this form and describe your issue, concisely but precisely, with as much detail as possible. --> # Environment ```none Windows build number: Microsoft Windows [Version 10.0.18362.145] Windows Terminal version (if applicable): 880272c74 Any other software? ``` # Steps to reproduce 1. Set terminal to light theme 2. Set a dark background image in a profile 3. Open a new tab with that profile <!-- A description of how to trigger this bug. --> # Expected behavior <!-- A description of what you're expecting, possibly containing screenshots or reference material. --> # Actual behavior Screen flickered [Imgur](https://i.imgur.com/K102pTf.gif) <!-- What's actually happening? --> Related to #853, probably because dxrender layer overwrites background image for a little bit amount of time
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Reference: starred/terminal#1470