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How to Turn off Sticky Keys on Windows

Disable this keyboard feature many find annoying in Windows 10, 8, and 7

By Daniel Anglin Seitz Daniel Anglin Seitz Writer University of Vermont, Emerson College Dan Seitz is a tech writer with 10 years of experience writing about apps, gaming, and more. His work has appeared on Uproxx.com and other outlets. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on April 24, 2022 Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email Windows The Ultimate Laptop Buying Guide

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In Windows 10: Settings > Ease of Access > Keyboard. Scroll to Sticky Keys, and toggle it off.In 7 or 8: Control Panel > Ease of Access > Make the Keyboard Easier > Make it Easier To Type. This article explains how to disable Sticky Keys on Windows. Instructions apply to Windows 10, Windows 8, and Windows 7.

How to Turn off Sticky Keys in Windows 10

The simplest way to turn sticky keys on and off in Windows 10 is the following technique. Tap Shift five times with sticky keys turned on to shut it off. You can also press any two keys simultaneouslyto turn off Sticky Keys. If the above doesn't work, or you want to turn off this shortcut in Settings, follow these steps: Press the Windows key or select the Windows icon in the lower left-hand corner and select Settings. Select Ease of Access > Keyboard You can also reach this menu by pressing Win+U. Scroll down and select the Sticky Keys toggle to set it to off. You can also disable the shortcut here. Scroll down to Make It Easier To Type. Verify that both the warning message and make-a-sound options are enabled, so you won't turn sticky keys on by accident.

How to Turn off Sticky Keys on Windows 7 and 8

Windows 7 and 8 also uses the "press Shift five times" shortcut to enable and disable Sticky Keys. Pressing two keys at the same time will also disable it. To disable or enable it in the Settings: Open the Control Panel. Select Ease of Access > Make the Keyboard Easier To Use In Windows 8, you can also do Win+U if your keyboard has a Windows key. Scroll down to Make it Easier To Type and check or uncheck Turn on Sticky Keys. Then select Apply.

What Are Sticky Keys

Every keyboard uses modifier keys, which change the function of a letter key. The one you probably use most often is Shift, which changes lowercase letters to uppercase and use the "top row" characters on most keys, like the exclamation point (!) over the 1 key. Depending on the programs you use on your computer, you can also use Ctrl, Alt, or the Windows keys on Windows devices. Use the Command key on Macs. Sticky keys assist people with disabilities or who suffer from repetitive stress injuries. Instead of holding down a button, you can tap it and it will stay “down” until you press another key. In Windows 7, 8, or 10, try this feature by pressing the Shift key five times. A box pops up asking you if you want to enable sticky keys. Afterward, try typing something, and you'll see it in action. Sticky keys can be useful if you don't like holding down a key for long periods of time. If you're not a touch-typist, in particular, or if you're learning how to use software that makes heavy use of modifier keys, it can be useful while you track down which key you want to press. Otherwise, they're probably not worth leaving on. FAQ How do I turn off the Sticky Keys notification in Windows? To disable the Sticky Keys pop-up notification in Windows 10 and earlier, go to the keyboard settings; under Make it Easier To Type, uncheck the notification box. In Windows 11, go to Settings > Accessibility > Keyboard and uncheck Notify me when I turn on Sticky Keys. How do I change my keyboard keys in Windows 10? To remap the keyboard in Windows, download Microsoft Power Toys and go to Keyboard Manager > Remap a Key or Remap a Shortcut. If you have an external keyboard and mouse, use the Windows Mouse and Keyboard Center.
How do I disable the keyboard in Windows? To disable your Windows keyboard, right-click Start and select Device Manager > Keyboards. Next, right-click your keyboard and select Disable Device. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire How to Turn On/Off Narrator in Windows 11 How to Enable or Disable the On-Screen Keyboard in Windows 10 How to Fix It When a Keyboard Won't Type How to Fix It When the Windows Key Is Not Working in Windows 10 How to Use Quick Settings in Windows 11 How to Disable the Touchpad on Windows 10 16 Ways To Fix It When Print Screen Is Not Working in Windows How to Turn Off OneDrive in Windows 11 How to Use the Windows Shortcut Alt + Underline How to Set up Parental Controls in Windows 10 How to Turn off Keyboard Sounds in Windows 10 How to Properly Reboot (Restart) a Windows Computer How to Disable AutoRun and AutoPlay for External Devices How to Turn Off Auto Brightness in Windows How Do I Disable a Device in Device Manager in Windows? How to Change Another User's Password in Windows Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies