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Learn how to fix black screen problems when recording specific windows and applications with CANVID.
Lorenz Cruz
October 2, 2025
In some cases, you might encounter a black screen in the editor when trying to capture a window using CANVID. This issue typically occurs when the target window is running with elevated privileges (such as administrator rights), while the app itself is not.
Solution: Starting CANVID as Administrator
Close the app: Make sure Canvid is not currently running. If it is, close the application.
Run the app as Administrator:
Locate the CANVID icon on your desktop.
Right-click on the icon to open the context menu.
Choose “Properties.”
Go to the “Compatibility” tab.
Check the option that says “Run this program as an administrator.”
Click “Apply,” then click “OK” to exit the window.
Canvid Properties window showing that the "Run this program as an administrator" option is checked
Restart Canvid:
Double-click the the app icon again to start the application.
It should now capture the desired window without any issues.
