Many users prefer using their Chromebooks without the touchscreen functionality, whether for personal preference or to prevent accidental touches. If you find yourself wanting to turn off the touchscreen feature on your Chromebook, there are steps you can take to disable it. Follow the guide below to learn how to make your Chromebook not touchscreen.
Step 1: Open the Chrome Browser
The first step in disabling the touchscreen on your Chromebook is to open the Chrome browser on your device. You can do this by clicking on the Chrome icon on your desktop or searching for Chrome in the applications menu.
Step 2: Access Chrome Flags
Once you have the Chrome browser open, type in “chrome://flags” in the address bar and press Enter. This will take you to the Chrome Flags page where you can access various experimental features and settings.
Step 3: Search for Keyboard Settings
In the Chrome Flags page, use the search bar to look for the word “keyboard.” This will help you find the specific experimental feature related to keyboard settings that you need to disable the touchscreen functionality on your Chromebook.
Step 4: Restart Chrome
After finding the keyboard settings related to disabling the touchscreen feature, click on the “Restart” button at the bottom of the Chrome Flags page. This will apply the changes you made and restart the browser with the new settings in place.
Step 5: Disable Touchscreen
Once Chrome has restarted, use the key combination Shift + Search + ‘T’ on your Chromebook keyboard. This key combination is designed to turn off the touchscreen functionality on your device and prevent any further touch interactions.
Enjoy Your Non-Touchscreen Chromebook
By following the steps outlined above, you can successfully make your Chromebook not touchscreen and enjoy using your device without the touchscreen feature. Whether you prefer using a traditional keyboard and mouse or want to avoid accidental touches, disabling the touchscreen on your Chromebook is a simple process that can enhance your user experience.
