Enabling or disabling the touch indicator in Windows 11 can significantly enhance your touchscreen experience, especially if you’re a developer, designer, or just want visual feedback when using touch input. The touch indicator displays a small visual cue whenever you tap or interact with the touchscreen, helping you understand where your touch is registered. Whether you’re troubleshooting touch issues or want to improve your workflow, knowing how to toggle this feature is useful. Before proceeding, ensure your device has a touchscreen and that you have administrator rights on your Windows 11 system, as some steps may require elevated permissions.
What You’ll Need
- A Windows 11 device with a touchscreen
- Administrator access to your Windows account
- Basic familiarity with Windows settings and Command Prompt (optional but helpful)
Step-by-Step
- Open the Settings app: Click on the Start menu or press the Windows key, then select the gear-shaped Settings icon, or press Windows + I on your keyboard to open Settings directly.
- Navigate to Accessibility options: In the Settings window, click on ‘Accessibility’ from the sidebar menu. This section contains various options to customize how Windows interacts with touch and other input methods.
- Find the Touch settings: Scroll down within Accessibility and locate the ‘Touch’ section. If you don’t see it, proceed to the next step using the Command Prompt method.
- Enable or disable the touch indicator: If the option ‘Show visual feedback when touching the screen’ is available, toggle it on to enable the touch indicator or off to disable it. If this option isn’t visible, use the Command Prompt method below.
- Alternatively, use the Registry Editor: Press Windows + R, type ‘regedit’, and press Enter. Navigate to HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\
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How to Enable or Disable Touch Indicator in Windows 11