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Can’t Disable Palmcheck in Windows 11? Do This
Palmcheck sensitivity too high? Adjust it downwards
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Published onDecember 11, 2023
published onDecember 11, 2023
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The Palmcheck feature in Windows 11 is designed to prevent accidental mouse clicks or taps when in tablet mode but it can also be very annoying hence the need to disable it.
We discovered users had trouble trying to turn it off so we compiled this report to help you through it.
How do I disable Palmcheck in Windows 11?
Begin with the following preliminary checks before any technical troubleshooting:
1. Adjust the Touchpad sensitivity
Depending on how the Palmcheck feature is behaving, adjusting its sensitivity levels can help manage the frequency at which the taps happen and hopefully with fewer interruptions.
2. Update your Touchpad drivers
You may also beunable to locate the Touchpad drivers in Device Managerbut with our expert article, they shouldn’t be too hard to find.
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3. Reinstall your Touchpad drivers
4 Disable the Registry keys
4.1 Disable by Manufacturer
4.2 Disable AAP key
AAP stands forAccidental Activation Preventionwhich is a feature that suppresses accidental taps within a given window period.
This should be a last resort if all other steps fail. Consequently, you can always adjust the touchpad sensitivity settings to moderate if you still need to use the feature.
However, if it’s causing issues such asmouse lag, or theTouchpad keeps freezing, it’s best to get rid of it altogether.
That’s all we had for this article but we’re keen to hear any other solutions you may have. Drop us a comment down below with any additional solutions.
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Claire Moraa
Windows Software Expert
Claire has a knack for solving problems and improving the quality of life for those around her. She’s driven by rationality, curiosity, and simplicity, and always eager to learn more about Microsoft’s products. With a background in teaching and reviewing, she breaks down complex topics into easily understandable articles, focusing mostly on Windows 11, errors, and software.
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With a background in teaching and reviewing, she breaks down complex topics into easily understandable articles, focusing mostly on Windows 11 errors.
