To resolve Stage Manager window flickering on a Mac

Has anyone else experienced an issue with Stage Manager when switching between windows, like Finder and Settings? The window seems to flicker, which is particularly noticeable when using the light theme. I’ve attached a video demonstrating the issue.

MacBook Air, macOS 15.5

Posted on Aug 28, 2025 02:23 AM

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Aug 28, 2025 02:42 AM in response to YulNicolai

If the computer has issues with Stage Manager


Turn off the feature


Turn Stage Manager on or off


You can quickly move back and forth between Stage Manager and traditional windows to use the method that’s best suited for the work you need to do.

On your Mac, do one of the following:

  • Choose Apple menu  > System Settings, then click Desktop & Dock  in the sidebar. (You may need to scroll down.) Go to Desktop & Stage Manager, then turn Stage Manager on or off.
  • Click  in the menu bar, then click Stage Manager  to turn it on or off.



To resolve Stage Manager window flickering on a Mac

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