This is the same feature available on Xbox Series X and S consoles, and it has been designed to convert compatible games from standard-dynamic-range (SDR) to high-dynamic-range (HDR) automatically to unlock the brighter and bolder colors available on compatible displays that use this technology for a more immersive and realistic experience. Windows 11 lets you enable the “Auto HDR for games” feature to improve your gaming experience on your computer.

You’ll need an HDR monitor to configure the feature.

To enable Windows 11 Auto HDR for games, go to Settings > System > Display > HDR, and turn on Use HDR and “Auto HDR.”.

Auto HDR for games on Windows 11 converts games from SDR to HDR automatically.

Connect your computer to an HDR capable monitor.Ģ. The Windows HDR setting is disabled upon launching Minecraft.ġ. The Windows HDR setting should remain on when launching/playing Minecraft. I am able to reproduce in both 1.15.2 and 1.16 Pre-release 2, but I have not tested other versions. I've tested with other games that do not support HDR and do not experience this issue. Launching Minecraft should not disable this setting. While launching Minecraft, the Windows HDR setting becomes disabled, and after quitting the game the user must go back to the Windows 'Display Settings' to re-enable it.

Even if an app or game does not support HDR, having the setting enabled will cause the display to be brighter and have higher contrast, so the setting should remain enabled if the user chooses to enable it.

If the computer has a monitor connected with HDR capabilities, then there is an option in the Windows 'Display Settings' screen to 'use HDR'.

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