Method 1: Using Device Manager
The first method we will discuss is using the Device Manager to disable the touch screen. Here are the steps:
Step 1: Open Device Manager
The first step is to open the Device Manager. You can do this by pressing the Windows key + X on your keyboard and selecting Device Manager from the menu.
Step 2: Locate the Touch Screen Driver
Once you have opened the Device Manager, you will need to locate the touch screen driver. Expand the Human Interface Devices category and look for a device with “touch screen” or “HID-compliant touch screen” in its name.
Step 3: Disable the Touch Screen Driver
Right-click on the touch screen driver and select Disable device from the context menu. Confirm the action by clicking Yes on the pop-up window.
Step 4: Restart Your Device
Finally, restart your Windows 10 device to apply the changes. Your touch screen should now be disabled.
Method 2: Using Control Panel
The second method we will discuss is using the Control Panel to disable the touch screen. Here are the steps:
Step 1: Open Control Panel
The first step is to open the Control Panel. You can do this by searching for “Control Panel” in the Start menu.
Step 2: Go to Device Manager
Once you have opened the Control Panel, go to the Device Manager by clicking on the Hardware and Sound category and then selecting Device Manager.
Step 3: Locate the Touch Screen Driver
Similar to the first method, locate the touch screen driver in the Human Interface Devices category.
Step 4: Disable the Touch Screen Driver
Right-click on the touch screen driver and select Disable from the context menu. Confirm the action by clicking Yes on the pop-up window.
Step 5: Restart Your Device
Restart your Windows 10 device to apply the changes.
Method 3: Using Registry Editor
The third method we will discuss is using the Registry Editor to disable the touch screen. Here are the steps:
Step 1: Open Registry Editor
Press the Windows key + R on your keyboard to open the Run dialog box. Type “regedit” and press Enter to open the Registry Editor.
Step 2: Navigate to the Touch Screen Key
Navigate to the following key in the Registry Editor: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\EdgeUI If the EdgeUI key does not exist, create it by right-clicking on the Windows key, selecting New > Key, and naming it “EdgeUI”.
Step 3: Create a New DWORD Value
Right-click on the EdgeUI key and select New > DWORD (32-bit) Value. Name the new value “AllowEdgeSwipe” and set its value to 0.
Step 4: Restart Your Device
Restart your Windows 10 device to apply the changes.
FAQs
Q: Can I re-enable the touch screen later?
Yes, you can re-enable the touch screen anytime by following the same steps and selecting Enable device or changing the value of the AllowEdgeSwipe DWORD value to 1.
Q: Will disabling the touch screen affect other features?
No, disabling the touch screen will not affect any other features of your Windows 10 device.
Q: Can I still use a stylus or pen after disabling the touch screen?
Yes, you can still use a stylus or pen after disabling the touch screen.
Conclusion
Disabling the touch screen on your Windows 10 device can be helpful in various situations. Whether you want to save battery life or you have a broken touch screen, you can easily turn off the touch screen feature by following the methods discussed in this article. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to refer to the FAQs or contact Microsoft support.