How to Disable the Windows Key in Windows 10 and Windows 11 ?
Method 1: With the help of Registry Editor (Windows 10 and Windows 11)
- Open up the Run dialog box by pressing Win + R, then type “regedit” and hit Enter. This will launch the Registry Editor.
- In the Registry Editor, go to this Path:
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\Keyboard Layout - Right-click on Keyboard Layout key, choose New > Binary Value, and name it as “Scancode Map” (without quotes).
- Double-click on the ‘Scancode Map’ value and put this hexadecimal value:
00000000000000000300000000005BE000005CE000000000 - Click OK button and close Registry Editor.
- Restart your computer so that changes take effect. It should disable Windows key now.
Method 2: With the help of Group Policy Editor(Window 10 Pro)
- click Win + R to open the Run dialog box, then type “gpedit.msc” and hit Enter button. This will open the Local Group Policy Editor.
- Navigate to the following path:
User Configuration > Administrative Templates > Windows Components > File Explorer - Then, In the right pane, double-click on the “Turn off Windows Key hotkeys” policy.
- After that, Select the Enabled option and click OK.
- In the end, Restart your computer for the changes to take effect. The Windows key should now be disabled.
Method 3: Third-Party Software
- Alternatively, there are third-party software utilities available which allow you to remap or disable keyboard keys. These tools often have an easy-to-use interface for modifying keyboard behavior without having to manually change system settings; SharpKeys is one such example of these types of programs.
- Do be aware that editing registry settings or using third-party software carries some risk – if not done correctly, it could result in unintended consequences or even system instability. Always make a backup copy of your system or registry before making any modifications, and proceed with caution.
What is the Windows Key (winkey)?
Windows key is a key found on keyboards, It’s typically located between the Ctrl and Alt keys on the bottom row of the keyboard, either on the left or right side. The Windows key is used to access various system functions and shortcuts in Windows, such as opening the Start menu, launching programs, switching between open windows, and accessing system features like search and settings.
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