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06-29-2024 01:17 AM - edited 06-29-2024 01:18 AM
I want to somehow either lock or disable (temporarily) the built in keyboard. This is whilst playing a video (whilst mirrored to a smart tv). I'm having to rest my laptop in my lap whilst playing it, and don't want to accidentally bump a key. I'm running WINDOWS 10
07-01-2024 06:49 AM
Hi @Kylsa35,
Welcome to the HP Support Community.
Thank you for posting your query, I will be glad to assist you.
I see that you are looking for information on how to disable the Laptop keyboard.
Please follow the below steps to disable the internal keyboard.
- Press the Windows and X buttons at the same time.
- Click on Device Manager.
- Find Keyboards on the list of devices.
- Click on the arrow to expand the tab.
- Right-click on your keyboard.
- Click Disable Device.
- Restart your laptop and the keyboard will be disabled.
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I hope this helps.
Take care and have a great day ahead!
Irwin6
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