New Driver 572.60: Black Screen Fix & Excellent FPS | Setup & Flight Test |MSFS

Introduction

This tutorial will guide you through fixing the black screen issue and optimizing performance in Microsoft Flight Simulator (MSFS) using the new NVIDIA driver version 572.60. By following these steps, you will clear shader caches and configure settings to enhance your gaming experience.

Step 1: Update Your NVIDIA Driver

1. Open the NVIDIA GeForce Experience application on your computer.
2. Check for updates:
   • Navigate to the "Drivers" tab.
   • If an update for version 572.60 is available, click "Download."
3. Follow the prompts to install the driver.
4. Restart your computer to ensure the update is applied.

Step 2: Clear Shader Caches

1. Open Microsoft Flight Simulator.
2. Navigate to the settings menu.
3. Locate the option for "Clear Shader Cache":
   • This is usually found under the graphics settings.
4. Confirm the action to delete the shader cache.

Step 3: Adjust NVIDIA Control Panel Settings

1. Right-click on your desktop and select "NVIDIA Control Panel."
2. In the left navigation pane, select "Manage 3D settings."
3. Under the "Global Settings" tab, adjust the following:
   • Set "Power management mode" to "Prefer maximum performance."
   • Ensure "Shader Cache" is enabled.

Step 4: Locate and Delete Old Shaders

1. Open File Explorer.
2. Navigate to the following directory:

   C:\Users\[Your Username]\AppData\Local\Packages\Microsoft.FlightSimulator_8wekyb3d8bbwe\LocalCache\Shader
   

3. Delete the contents of the Shader folder to remove old files.

Step 5: Boot into Safe Mode (if necessary)

1. Restart your computer and repeatedly press the F8 key before Windows starts loading.
2. Select "Safe Mode" from the options.
3. This can help troubleshoot further if issues persist.

Step 6: Clear DirectX Cache

1. Open the Run dialog by pressing Windows + R.
2. Type in the following command and press Enter:

   dxdiag
   

3. In the DirectX Diagnostic Tool, check for any errors and resolve them as needed.
4. Close the tool once done.

Step 7: Re-enable Shader Cache

1. Return to the NVIDIA Control Panel.
2. Ensure that the "Shader Cache" option is still enabled under the Global Settings tab.
3. Click "Apply" to save any changes.

Step 8: Optimize In-Game Settings

1. Launch Microsoft Flight Simulator and go to the settings menu.
2. Adjust your graphics settings for optimal performance:
   • Set texture resolution to medium or high depending on your system specs.
   • Disable unnecessary features like motion blur or V-Sync if experiencing lag.

Conclusion

Following these steps will help you resolve black screen issues and enhance your performance in Microsoft Flight Simulator using the new NVIDIA driver. Regularly updating your drivers and clearing shader caches will ensure a smoother gaming experience. For further optimization, consider monitoring your system's performance and adjusting settings as needed. Happy flying!