Encounter the on-screen keyboard unexpectedly on your Windows 10 device? Wondering why it pops up when you start your computer or at the login screen? This article walks you through the steps to disable or enable the on-screen keyboard according to your preferences.
Understanding the On-Screen Keyboard Pop-up
The on-screen keyboard may surface because specific applications trigger the touch-ready interface on start-up, or you’ve set it to open at the login screen. Let’s find out how to manage its behavior to suit your workflow.
Turning Off the On-Screen Keyboard in Windows 10
To prevent interruptions by the on-screen keyboard, follow these methods:
Option Key Method
- Press the Options key at the lower right of the on-screen keyboard.
- Select “Control whether the on-screen keyboard starts when I log in.”
- Deselect the “Use the on-screen keyboard” checkbox in the following menu, then click Apply and OK.
Settings Method
- Access Settings > Ease of Access > Keyboard.
- Slide the toggle for the on-screen keyboard to the off position.
Control Panel Method
- Open the Control Panel, navigate to Ease of Access, and select Ease of Access Center.
- Click “Use the computer without a mouse or keyboard.”
- Uncheck “Use On-Screen Keyboard” and click Apply and OK.
Registry Method
- Hit Windows+R, type ‘regedit’, and press Enter.
- Follow the path HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE > Software > Microsoft > Windows > CurrentVersion > Authentication > LogonUI.
- Edit the value of ShowTabletKeyboard to 0 to turn off the on-screen keyboard at login.
Login Screen Method
- Go to Control Panel > Ease of Access > Ease of Access Center.
- Select “Change sign-in settings.”
- Under “At login”, unselect “Type without the keyboard (On-Screen Keyboard).”
- Apply the settings with OK.
Concluding Thoughts
We trust this tutorial has clarified how to disable or enable the on-screen keyboard on Windows 10. For further assistance, use the contact us section on our platform.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: How do I re-enable the on-screen keyboard on a Windows 10 PC?
To re-enable the on-screen keyboard, navigate to Settings > Ease of Access > Keyboard and switch it on.
Q2: Is there a way to resize the on-screen keyboard on Windows 10?
Yes, simply click and drag from the sides or corners to adjust the size of the on-screen keyboard.
Q3: Can I move the on-screen keyboard to a different area on my Windows 10 screen?
Absolutely! Click on the keyboard’s title bar and drag it to your preferred screen location.
Q4: How can I personalize the on-screen keyboard settings on Windows 10?
Personalization options are available under Settings > Devices > Typing > On-Screen Keyboard. Here, you can adjust features like keyboard size and layout.
