How to Permanently Disable Your Touch Screen: A Step-by-Step Guide

Learn the simple steps to permanently disable your device's touch screen functionality with our easy-to-follow guide.

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To permanently disable your touch screen, follow these steps: 1. Open Device Manager (`Win + X` then select Device Manager). 2. Expand the ‘Human Interface Devices’ section. 3. Right-click on ‘HID-compliant touch screen’ and select ‘Disable device’. 4. Confirm your choice if prompted.Please note: This action will disable the touch functionality across your device until manually reversed.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What happens when I disable my touch screen? Disabling your touch screen will stop all touch functionality on your device until you enable it again. Use this option if you prefer using a mouse or keyboard.
  2. Can I enable my touch screen again after disabling it? Yes, you can re-enable your touch screen by following the same steps in Device Manager and selecting 'Enable device' instead.
  3. Is it safe to disable the touch screen? Yes, disabling your touch screen is safe. Just remember that it will not respond to touch input until you re-enable it.
  4. What if I can't find the HID-compliant touch screen option? If you can't find it, ensure that your device supports touch functionality and that you have the necessary drivers installed.