To remove the on-screen keyboard, often referred to as the "touch keyboard", from your screen, you can adjust your taskbar settings. Here's how:
Steps to Hide the Touch Keyboard
-
Access Taskbar Settings:
- Right-click (or long-press) on the taskbar.
- Select Taskbar settings from the context menu that appears.
-
Navigate to System Tray Icons:
- Within the Taskbar settings window, look for a section related to system tray icons (this location might vary slightly depending on your operating system version).
-
Adjust Touch Keyboard Settings:
- Find the option for the Touch keyboard. It might be labeled "Touch keyboard" or "Virtual Keyboard".
- Set the option to Never. This will prevent the touch keyboard from appearing on your screen.
- Alternatively, if you only want the keyboard to appear when you do not have a physical keyboard attached, select When no keyboard attached.
Summary of Touch Keyboard Settings Options
| Setting | Description |
|---|---|
| Never | The touch keyboard will never appear automatically on your screen, regardless of input fields or the presence of a physical keyboard. |
| When no keyboard attached | The touch keyboard will appear automatically when no external keyboard is connected and an input field is selected. |
By following these steps, you can easily control when and if the on-screen touch keyboard appears on your screen, effectively removing it when it's not needed.
