What to Know

• Firstly, open Device Manager, enlarge Human Interface Devices, and choose HID-compliant touch screen.

• Select Action > Disable device > Yes.

• Finally, replicate for any other touch screen devices from the list to disable the Windows 11 touch screen.

If you are not a follower of Microsoft’s Surface range of touchscreen devices or laptops running Windows 11. No issue. This tutorial will direct you how to disable the Windows 11 touch screen both temporarily and permanently.

Switching off the Touchscreen on Windows 11

The ability to disable the Windows 11 touch screen is incorporated directly into the operating system and may be utilised as frequently as you’d like, so no extra hacks or techniques are required. Here’s how to use it to disable all touch functionality on a Microsoft Surface or another touch screen PC running Windows 11. 

Firstly,    Launch Device Manager first. The Power User Menu can be accessed by right-clicking the Start button in Windows 11 and choosing Device Manager from the list. After that,  make the list of Human Interface Devices bigger, click the arrow next to it. Then,  pick the first object on the touch screen that is HID-compliant. Next, from the menu at the top of Device Manager, choose Action > Disable device. Finally, repeat steps 5 and 6 for the second HID-compliant touch screen item (choose Action > Disable device > Yes).

Remember that it is quite satisfactory if you don’t have a second item. Your touch screen should now be turned off because you have finished.

Permanently Disable Touch Screen in Windows 11

The above-described procedures for turning off touch screens on Windows 11 devices are merely temporary; they may be undone at any time by simply turning the screen back on. The Windows 11 touch screen may be turned on quickly and as many times as you’d want, just like you can turn it off.

Remember, If the touch screen on your copy of Windows 11 breaks, there are numerous ways to resolve  it. It might not need to be switched off.

Temporarily Disable Touch Screen in Windows 11

The way shown to you above for disabling the touch screen on Windows 11 devices are basically temporary and can be repeated at any time by enabling the device. Just like switching off the touch screen, switching the Windows 11 touch screen on is as fast and can be revised as usual as you wish. 

Note that there are numerious methods to fix a Windows 11 touch screen if it’s broken. You may not have to switch it off.

Disabling windows touch screen indicator

When the screen is touched, Windows 11 has a tiny visual signal in the form of a circle. This touch indicator can be turned off so that it does not show up on touch screens. Go to Settings > Accessibility > Mouse pointer and touch to complete this. Switch off the Touch indicator by turning the toggle next to it. On the other hand, you may ensure the option next to make the circle darker and bigger on the same screen to make the touch indicator more clear.

FAQs

1. Can I Disable the Touchscreen in Windows 11? Yes, you can disable the touchscreen in Windows 11. However, the process may vary slightly depending on your device and its drivers. You can use Device Manager or the Device Settings in Windows to do this.
2. How to Disable the Touchscreen Using Device Manager:
   • Press Win + X and select “Device Manager.”
   • Expand the “Human Interface Devices” category.
   • Locate the touchscreen device (it might be named “HID-compliant touch screen”) and right-click it.
   • Choose “Disable device” from the context menu.
   • Confirm the action if prompted.
3. How to Disable the Touchscreen Using Device Settings:
   • Press Win + I to open the Settings app.
   • Go to “Devices” and select “Touch devices” on the left sidebar.
   • Under “Use your finger as an input device,” toggle off the switch.
4. Can I Re-enable the Touchscreen After Disabling It? Yes, you can re-enable the touchscreen by following the same steps mentioned above, but instead of choosing “Disable device” or toggling off the switch, you would select “Enable device” or toggle the switch back on.
5. Are There Any Third-Party Tools or Registry Edits to Disable the Touchscreen? While there might be third-party tools or registry edits that claim to disable the touchscreen, it’s generally recommended to use the built-in methods provided by Windows 11. These methods are safer and less likely to cause compatibility issues.