Windows 10: How to disable the touch screen

Hi Tecnobits and curious readers! Today we are going to touch the screen together… but not literally, but disable the touch screen in Windows 10! Let's start!

1. What is touch screen in Windows 10?

The touch screen in Windows 10 is a type of user interface that allows the user to interact with the screen using fingers or a stylus instead of a traditional mouse or keyboard. This type of display is common on devices such as tablets, convertible laptops, and some desktop computers.

2. Why disable touch screen in Windows 10?

Disabling the touch screen in Windows 10 can be useful in certain situations, such as when you are using a device with a keyboard and mouse and touch functionality is not needed. Additionally, disabling the touch screen can help prevent accidental touches and improve cursor accuracy in certain cases.

3. How to disable touch screen in Windows 10 from Control Panel?

1. Open the Control panel of Windows 10.
2. Click on Hardware and sound.
3. Choose Devices and printers.
4. Locate the touch screen device in the list and right-click on it.
5. Choose Properties.
6. In the tab General admissionuncheck the option use the device to disable the touch screen.
7. Confirm the changes and reboot the system if necessary.

4. How to disable touch screen in Windows 10 from Device Manager?

1. Press the keys Windows + X and select Device administrator in the menu that appears.
2. Search the category of Human interface devices and click to expand it.
3. Locate the touch screen device in the list and right-click on it.
4. Choose Disable device.

5. How to disable touch screen in Windows 10 from Registry Editor?

1. Press the keys Windows + R to open the dialog Run.
2. Write regedit and press Enter to open the Registry Editor.
3. Navigate to the following location: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESOFTWAREMicrosoftWispTouch.
4. On the right side, find and double-click the entry TouchGate.
5. Change the value of TouchGate a 0 and click OK.
6. Close Registry Editor and restart the system.

6. What to do if the touch screen device does not appear in Control Panel or Device Manager?

If your touchscreen device does not appear in Control Panel or Device Manager, the device driver may be outdated or corrupted. In this case, follow the following steps:

1. Download and install the latest version of controller o driver of the device from the manufacturer's website.
2. Reboot the system to apply the changes.

7. What side effects could there be when disabling the touch screen in Windows 10?

When you disable the touch screen in Windows 10, certain features and apps that rely on touch functionality may not work properly. Additionally, disabling the touch screen could limit the flexibility of using the device in certain scenarios, such as in tablet mode or in applications designed specifically for touch use.

8. How can I turn touch screen back on in Windows 10?

To turn the touch screen back on in Windows 10, follow these steps:

1. Open the Device administrator.
2. Search the category of Human interface devices and click to expand it.
3. Locate the touch screen device in the list and right-click on it.
4. Choose Enable device.

9. Are there third-party apps to disable the touch screen in Windows 10?

Yes, there are third-party apps designed to disable the touch screen in Windows 10. These apps usually offer a friendlier interface and additional options to customize the touch screen disable. Some popular applications are TouchOff, TouchMe Gesture Studio y Touch Screen Auto Disable.

10. Is it possible to temporarily disable the touch screen in Windows 10?

Yes, it is possible to temporarily disable the touch screen in Windows 10 using Device Manager. Simply disable the touchscreen device by following the steps mentioned in question 4 and re-enable it when necessary. This can be useful in specific situations where you prefer to use the keyboard and mouse for a certain period of time.

See you soon, friends Tecnobits! And remember, to turn off the touch screen in Windows 10, simply go to settings and turn it off in bold. See you later!