Turning off Mouse Keys in Windows can prevent unintended cursor movements controlled by the numeric keypad. This feature allows users to control the mouse pointer using the keyboard instead of a physical mouse. If you find this feature active unexpectedly or wish to disable it, follow these simple steps.
While the original query asked about removing the lock screen keyboard, the provided reference details the process for disabling Mouse Keys. This guide will walk you through turning off the Mouse Keys feature using the Windows Control Panel, based on the information provided.
Steps to Disable Mouse Keys
Follow these instructions precisely to turn off the Mouse Keys feature on your Windows computer:
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Open Control Panel:
- Press the Windows Key + X simultaneously. This opens a context menu.
- From the menu that appears, select Control Panel.
- Alternatively, you can type "Control Panel" into the search bar on the Start menu and click on the result.
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Navigate to Ease of Access:
- Within the Control Panel window, locate and click on the Ease of Access category or icon. (The view might be categorized or show large/small icons).
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Access Keyboard Settings:
- Inside the Ease of Access center, find and click on the option titled "Change how your keyboard works".
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Uncheck Mouse Keys:
- Look for the setting related to Mouse Keys. You will find a checkbox next to "Turn on Mouse Keys".
- Uncheck this box to disable the feature.
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Apply Changes:
- Click the Apply button located at the bottom of the window to save your changes.
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Confirm:
- Finally, click OK to close the window.
Mouse Keys should now be disabled.
Quick Reference Table
Here's a summary of the steps:
| Step | Action | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Open Control Panel | Windows Key + X > Control Panel (or Search) |
| 2 | Click Ease of Access | Control Panel |
| 3 | Click "Change how your keyboard works" | Ease of Access Center |
| 4 | Uncheck "Turn on Mouse Keys" checkbox | Keyboard settings |
| 5 | Click Apply | Window bottom |
| 6 | Click OK | Window bottom |
Disabling Mouse Keys is a standard accessibility adjustment in Windows that affects how the numeric keypad interacts with the mouse cursor. These steps are effective as of the information dated 04-Feb-2024.
