How will this help?
This article will explain the following:
- Why should I do this?
- Check the version of OpenGL on your PC
- Update OpenGL
- Dedicate your PC's GPU for BlueStacks
Why should I do this?
OpenGL (or Open Graphics Library) is the standard 3D Graphics API (Application Program Interface) that is often required to run various games and software applications.
Updating the OpenGL version on your PC/laptop will enable you to run applications that require the latest version of OpenGL, providing a much smoother experience across various Android applications on BlueStacks.
How can I check the version of OpenGL on my PC?
NOTE: We will be using Intel Graphics Control Panel which comes as a default application on Intel PC/laptops.
1. Open Intel Graphics Control Panel by pressing Ctrl+Alt+F12 keys. Then, click on "Options and Support".
NOTE: The Intel Graphics Control Panel UI may look different from the one shown above, depending on which Intel GPU you have and the version of Windows you are on.
Alternatively, you may open the Intel Graphics Control Panel by right-clicking anywhere on your desktop and selecting Intel Graphics Settings, as shown below. Then, click on "Options and Support".
2. Here, the version of OpenGL on your computer will be mentioned, as shown below.
How can I do this?
1. Type "Device Manager" in the Windows search bar and click on Open once you find the application.
2. After opening Device Manager, click on "Display Adapters"
3. You will then be shown the available graphics cards on your PC.
4. Now, right-click on the GPU and select "Update driver", as shown below.
5. You can then choose to have Windows search automatically for the driver software or install it yourself. To avoid any errors, we suggest letting Windows search automatically, as illustrated below.
How can I dedicate my PC's GPU to BlueStacks?
If you have multiple GPUs installed on your computer, you will need to dedicate your PC's GPU to BlueStacks after successfully updating OpenGL.
To learn more, please refer to this detailed article.
Thank you for choosing BlueStacks, we hope you enjoy using it. If you have any further questions, please contact us at support@bluestacks.com. Happy Gaming!