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How to Disable the Touchscreen in Windows 10
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Enter Device Manager in the Windows Search box > choose Device Manager > Human Interface Devices.Next, select HID-compliant touch screen > Action > Disable Device.Important: Don't disable the touchscreen if it's the only input method for your device. This article explains how to disable the touchscreen in Windows 10. Do not disable your touchscreen if it is the only input method for your device. If the keyboard and mouse aren't working on your laptop or 2-in-1 device or if you have a tablet without a keyboard accessory, do not disable the touchscreen. You won't be able to re-enable it without connecting another type of input device. How to Disable Your Touchscreen in Windows 10
Touchscreens can be disabled in Windows 10 through the Device Manager, which you can access through the Control Panel or directly from the search box on your taskbar. The device manager is where Windows 10 keeps track of all your devices, and it's also where you can disable or enable any device that's connected to your computer. Select the search box on your taskbar. Type Device Manager in the search box. Select Device Manager in the list of search results. Select Human Interface Devices. Select HID-compliant touch screen. Select Action in the upper-left corner. Select Disable Device in the drop-down menu. Select Yes if this warning displays: Disabling this device will cause it to stop functioning. Do you really want to disable it? Verify that your touchscreen is disabled. To turn the touchscreen back on, follow the same steps as above and choose Enable in the Action drop-down menu in the Device Manager window. Reasons to Turn off a Touchscreen
Touchscreen inputs are the most useful on tablets and 2-in-1 devices. If you find that the touchscreen on your traditional laptop is more of a headache than anything else, disable it. Another reason to disable a touchscreen is to prevent children from touching the screen when you're trying to watch a video or get some work done. Also, in some cases, screens malfunction and behave as if you're touching them when you aren't. The procedure for disabling a touchscreen in Windows 10 works the same way on all types of devices, including laptops, desktops, tablets, 2-in-1 devices, and computers from manufacturers such as HP and Dell. 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 Enable the Touchscreen in Windows 10 How Do I Disable a Device in Device Manager in Windows? How to Disable the Touchscreen in Windows 11 How to Disable a Laptop Keyboard in Windows 10 How to Enable the Touchscreen in Windows 11 How to Disable Cortana in Windows 10 How to Disable the Touchpad on Windows 10 How to Enable or Disable the On-Screen Keyboard in Windows 10 How to Fix It When the Cursor Disappears in Windows 10 How to Calibrate the Touchscreen on Your Android How to Fix a Chromebook Touchscreen That's Not Working How to Disable Taskbar Button Grouping in Windows How to Install USB 3.0 Drivers on Windows 10 How to Access Device Manager From the Command Prompt How to Fix It When Windows 11 Is Stuck in Airplane Mode How to Disable Startup Programs on Windows 10 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