How Do I Turn On Windows Touch Screen Functionality?

The touch screen functionality on your Windows 11 gear can be turned on throughDevice Manager.

Heres how to do it.

Start button in Windows

TypeDevice Managerin the Start menus search bar.

you could start typing as soon as the Start menu is open.

Theres no need to smack the search bar.

Windows 11 Start menu Search box.

Expand theHuman Interface Deviceslist.

go for the firstHID-compliant touch screenitem.

SelectActionfrom the menu at the top.

Device Manager in Windows 11 Start menu search results

Your Windows 11 touch screen should now be activated.

How Do I initiate the Touchscreen on My Laptop Keyboard?

While all Microsofts Surface products have a touch screen, some Windows 11 laptops and computers dont.

Human Interface Devices in Device Manager

Check with the manual and the store where you bought it from to see if it has this feature.

Why Is Touch Screen Not Working in Windows 11?

FAQ

Toenable the touchscreen on Windows 10 or 8, start by opening theDevice Manager.

HID-compliant touch screen in Device Manager

Then, selectHuman Interface Devices>HID-compliant touch screen>Action>Enable gadget.

Action tab in Device Manager

Enable Device in Device Manager Action Menu

Second HID-compliant touch screen item in Device Manager