How to Enable and Disable Tablet Mode in Windows 10

Tablet Mode in Windows 10 provides a touchscreen-friendly interface by hiding the taskbar and simplifying navigation. However, it may be inconvenient on devices that are used with a keyboard and mouse. In this article, we’ll show you how to enable and disable Tablet Mode on Windows 10.

What is Tablet Mode in Windows 10?

Tablet Mode optimizes the system’s interface for touchscreen devices. In this mode, all apps open in full screen, and taskbar icons and other elements are simplified. This feature is ideal for tablets and touchscreen devices but can be less convenient for laptops and desktops with traditional peripherals.

How to Disable Tablet Mode in Windows 10

To disable Tablet Mode, follow these steps:

1. Click Start and select Settings (gear icon).
2. Go to System, then select the Tablet Mode tab.
3. Under “When I sign in,” choose the Don't use tablet mode option to always start Windows in desktop mode.
4. If you want to prevent automatic switching to Tablet Mode when the keyboard is detached, set the toggle to Ask me before switching modes.

How to Enable Tablet Mode in Windows 10

To enable Tablet Mode, follow these steps:

1. Open Start and go to Settings.
2. Navigate to System and select Tablet Mode.
3. Select Use tablet mode to automatically activate it when the system starts.
4. To enable automatic switching to Tablet Mode when the keyboard is removed, choose Always switch to tablet mode when no keyboard is attached.

Quick Toggle for Tablet Mode via Action Center

For quick access to toggle Tablet Mode, you can use the Action Center:

1. Click the Action Center icon in the lower right corner of the taskbar (or press Win + A).
2. In the menu that opens, select Tablet Mode to enable or disable it instantly.