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What is Wisptis.exe & Should You Disable it?
Disabling it isn’t recommeded for those who use pen-enabled devices
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Many users have reported that the wisptis.exe process has caused problems for their OS, includingconsuming high memory. This begs the question of whether it’s safe to remove it because it’s a Windows component.
If you’ve also run into the same issue, keep reading for some effective solutions.
What does wisptis.exe do?
The wisptis.exe system file is an abbreviation for Windows Ink Services Platform Tablet Input Subsystem. It’s part of the Windows Ink Workplace, the service enabling handwriting on office andnote-taking software.
The executable gets automatically installed along with any Microsoft Office, Adobe, or Journal viewer software.
The wisptis.exe file is a legitimate Windows one. However, that doesn’t mean it can’t damage your computer. The problem with the file is that it remainsactive in the backgroundeven when no touch screen or pen input is available or used by the system.
This consumes many system resources,slows your CPU, and can even harm other software. So, while it might be safe to stay, as it’s a legitimate file, do you even need it on your PC?
Disabling it isn’t recommended for most users, especially touch screens and pen-enabled devices. The executable’s vital for the optimal performance and functionality of note-taking, drawing, or design apps.
However, if you do not own such a device or do not intend to use any pen input component, disabling the process mightfree up some valuable system resourcesand positively impact your PC performance.
You can terminate the wisptis.exe process from Task Manager, but this is just a temporary solution. Windows is set to automatically restore it every time you reopen an app that needs it or reboot your computer.
Scroll down below for some effective solutions to ensure that wisptis.exe remains disabled.
How can I stop wisptis.exe?
1. Disable the process from auto-start using Command Prompt
2. Disable the App-V client
Keep in mind that if disabling the App-V client harms your computing experience, you can re-enable it by following the steps above, but this time choosing Automatic under Startup type, followed by another restart.
3. Use the Local Group Policy Editor
So that’s how you disable the wisptis.exe process. Additionally, you maydisable the entire Windows Ink Workplace feature.
Did the above methods work for you? If you need further assistance or have any questions, kindly drop them in the comments section below.
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Loredana Harsana
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Loredana is a passionate writer with a keen interest in PC software and technology. She started off writing about mobile phones back when Samsung Galaxy S II was on top of the world and she fell in love with tech of all sorts.
Whenever she’s not at her work desk, you’ll find her enjoying refreshing tea flavors, spilling stories on paper, and listening to the radio.
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