How do I turn off Windows Input Experience?

To turn off the Windows Input Experience, you can disable specific associated services, primarily the Virtual Keyboard Service and Script Panel, which manage components like the on-screen keyboard and pen input features. Disabling these services can help reduce background processes if you don't use touch or pen input frequently.

Step-by-Step Guide to Disabling Windows Input Experience Services

This process involves accessing the Windows Services console and modifying the startup behavior of the relevant services.

Accessing the Services Console

1. Open the Run dialog: Press the Windows key + R simultaneously on your keyboard.
2. Type the command: In the Run dialog box, type services.msc and then click OK or press Enter. This will open the Services management console.

Disabling the Virtual Keyboard Service

The Virtual Keyboard Service is responsible for the on-screen keyboard functionality.

1. Locate the service: In the Services window, scroll down and find "Virtual Keyboard Service". The services are listed alphabetically.
2. Open properties: Right-click on "Virtual Keyboard Service" and select Properties.
3. Change startup type: In the Service properties window, locate the Startup type dropdown menu. Change it from its current setting (e.g., Manual, Automatic) to Disabled.
4. Stop the service: If the service is currently running, click the Stop button to terminate it immediately.
5. Apply changes: Click Apply, then OK to save your settings.

Disabling the Script Panel

The Script Panel is often associated with pen and handwriting input features.

1. Locate the service: In the same Services window, find "Script Panel".
2. Open properties: Right-click on "Script Panel" and select Properties.
3. Change startup type: Change the Startup type dropdown menu to Disabled.
4. Stop the service: If it's running, click the Stop button.
5. Apply changes: Click Apply, then OK to save your settings.

Restart Your System

For the changes to take full effect, you must restart your computer. After restarting, the disabled services will no longer run, effectively turning off key components of the Windows Input Experience.

Summary of Actions

Below is a quick overview of the actions to take for each service:

Service Name	Action to Take
Virtual Keyboard Service	Change Startup type to Disabled, then Stop.
Script Panel	Change Startup type to Disabled, then Stop.

By following these steps, you can prevent the associated input features from running in the background, which might be beneficial for system performance or if you simply do not use touch or pen input.

For more information on managing Windows services, you can refer to official Microsoft documentation on using services.msc (link to a general Microsoft resource on services).