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How to Disable Keyboard Keys in Windows 10 Quickly
Everything you need to disable any key on your keyboard
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Key notes
Is there a key on the keyboard you don’t need? For example, Caps Lock capitalizes all text when you enter login details.
So, if you don’t need that key or any other, this is how you can switch off keys in Windows 10.
How do I disable a key on my keyboard on Windows 10?
Use AutoHotkey
So that’s how to disable a keyboard key on Windows 10 with AutoHotkey. If you want to enable the key again, just right-click the AutoHotKey icon on your Taskbar and choose Suspend Hotkeys.
If you need a list ofexcellent keyboard mapping softwarefor complete control of your keys, check our detailed guide.
Feel free to let us know if you were able to deactivate your keys in the comments below.
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Matthew Adams
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Matthew is a freelancer who has produced a variety of articles on various topics related to technology. His main focus is the Windows OS and all the things surrounding it.
He is passionate about the tech world, always staying up-to-date with the latest and greatest. With an analytical view, he likes problem-solving, focusing on errors and their causes.
In his free time, he likes to read and write about history and tries to always develop new skills.
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