How to Disable Automatic Screen Rotation in Windows 10 and Windows 11

Automatic screen rotation can be a useful feature on touchscreen devices, but it can also be inconvenient at times. If you need to disable this function on Windows 10 or Windows 11, follow the instructions below. We’ll cover a few different methods, so you can choose the one that’s most convenient.

Method 1: Disable Screen Rotation through “Settings”

The easiest way to disable automatic screen rotation is through the system settings. Here’s how to do it on Windows 10 or 11:

  1. Open Start and go to Settings.
  2. Navigate to System — Display.
  3. Look for the option labeled Rotation Lock and toggle it to the “Off” position.

Once this is done, your screen will no longer rotate automatically. Note that this option might not appear on devices that don’t support auto-rotation, such as desktop PCs without orientation sensors.

Method 2: Use the Action Center

In both Windows 10 and Windows 11, you can quickly disable screen rotation through the Action Center:

  1. Click on the Action Center icon in the lower-right corner of the screen.
  2. Look for the Rotation Lock button and click it to disable automatic screen rotation.

This button is usually available on devices with touchscreens and orientation sensors. If you don’t see the “Rotation Lock” option, your device might not support this feature.

Method 3: Disable Rotation via Registry Editor

For advanced users, it’s possible to disable automatic rotation by editing the Registry:

  1. Press Win + R, type regedit, and press Enter to open the Registry Editor.
  2. Navigate to: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\AutoRotation.
  3. Find the Enable key and set its value to 0 to turn off screen rotation.
  4. Close the Registry Editor and restart your device to apply the changes.

This method is ideal for users comfortable with the registry. Be cautious when editing registry settings, as improper changes can cause system instability.