To disable Windows Sandbox, you need to access the "Windows Features" settings and uncheck specific options. Here’s how:
Steps to Disable Windows Sandbox
Here is a detailed, step-by-step guide on how to turn off the Windows Sandbox feature, as described in the provided references.
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Open the Start Menu: Begin by clicking the Windows Start button located in the bottom-left corner of your screen.
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Search for "Features": Type "Features" into the search bar.
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Select "Turn Windows features on or off": From the search results, click on the option that says "Turn Windows features on or off". This will open the Windows Features dialog box.
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Locate and Uncheck "Virtual Machine Platform": Scroll through the list of features until you find "Virtual Machine Platform". Uncheck the box next to it.
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Locate and Uncheck "Windows Sandbox": Similarly, find the entry for "Windows Sandbox" and uncheck its box.
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Restart Your Computer: Once you’ve unchecked both "Virtual Machine Platform" and "Windows Sandbox", click "OK". Your computer will then prompt you to restart to apply the changes. Make sure you save all your work and restart your computer.
Summary
| Step | Action |
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| 1. Open Start Menu | Click the Windows Start button |
| 2. Search for Features | Type "Features" in the search bar |
| 3. Open Windows Features | Click "Turn Windows features on or off" |
| 4. Uncheck Virtual Machine Platform | Find and uncheck the "Virtual Machine Platform" option. |
| 5. Uncheck Windows Sandbox | Find and uncheck the "Windows Sandbox" option. |
| 6. Restart | Click OK and then restart your computer |
Important Notes
- You need administrative privileges to disable Windows Sandbox.
- Disabling "Virtual Machine Platform" is a prerequisite to disabling Windows Sandbox, as the latter relies on the former.
- The changes take effect after restarting your computer.
By following these steps, you can successfully turn off the Windows Sandbox feature on your computer.
