Here is a detailed blog post guide to fix the yellow warning mark (yellow exclamation mark) on drivers in Windows 11 PCs:
How to Fix Yellow Mark on Drivers in Windows 11
A yellow warning mark in Windows 11 Device Manager usually indicates a driver issue such as a missing, outdated, or corrupted driver. This guide will walk you through step-by-step methods to fix yellow marks on all PC drivers, restoring full device functionality.
The yellow exclamation mark signals that Windows has detected a problem with the device driver. This could be due to incompatibility, corruption, or failure to install the correct driver.
Step 1: Open Device Manager
Press Windows Key + X and select Device Manager
Scan the list for devices with a yellow triangle symbol
Step 2: Identify Problematic Device
Right-click on the device with the yellow mark and select Properties
Go to the General tab and check the Device status for the error message or code
Step 3: Update Driver Automatically
Right-click on the problematic device and select Update driver
Choose Search automatically for updated driver software
Windows will search online and install the updated driver if available.
Step 4: Update Driver Manually
If automatic update fails:
Visit the device or PC manufacturer’s support website
Download the latest driver specific to your Windows 11 version and device model
Back in Device Manager, select Update driver > Browse my computer for drivers
Navigate to the downloaded driver folder and allow installation.
Step 5: Uninstall and Reinstall Driver
If the issue persists:
Right-click the device and select Uninstall device
Restart your PC
Windows will attempt to reinstall the driver automatically on reboot.
Step 6: Use Windows Troubleshooter
Go to Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot > Additional troubleshooters
Run the Hardware and Devices troubleshooter to detect and fix driver problems automatically.
Additional Tips
Restart your PC after each driver update or reinstall
Check physical connections and power to hardware devices
For unknown devices, you can copy the hardware ID from Device Manager’s Details tab and search online for compatible drivers.
Sometimes, manufacturer tools are available that scan and update all drivers automatically.
By following these steps, you can resolve yellow driver warning marks and ensure your devices are running smoothly on Windows 11.
