How to Reset the Touch Keyboard Default Open Position in Windows 11

Are you using a Windows touchscreen device and experiencing keyboard issues? This often occurs when certain keys are difficult to use or scrolling becomes tricky because the keyboard pops up in the wrong spot.

To help with this issue, we'll explain two methods to reset the default opening position of your touch keyboard in Windows 11. The first method requires running a batch file, while the second involves tweaking the Windows Registry Editor.

Let's explore each one.

1. Tweak Registry Editor to Reset Touch Keyboard Default Open Position

The Registry Editor is an advanced tool and requires caution when editing. But if you want to reset the default opening position of the touch keyboard efficiently, this is the method to use. However, as I have said before, you have to be especially careful when editing the Registry Editor as any mistake could cause serious damage.

It is always a good idea to create a system restore point or to take a backup of the registry editor before starting. This can help if something goes wrong. It is now time to reset the default open position of the touch keyboard. To do so, follow these steps:

1. Press Win + R on your keyboard to open the Run dialog box.
2. Type regedit in the text box and press Enter. This will launch the Registry Editor.
3. Click Yes if the UAC (User Account Control) window asks for permission.
4. Once you're in the Registry Editor, navigate to this location:

            HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\TabletTip\1.7
       

   Alternatively, you can copy and paste the given path into the Registry Editor's address bar. This will take you to the specified location.

5. On the left side of the menu, select the 1.7 folder.

   

6. Then go to its corresponding right pane, where you will find the OptimizedKeyboardRelativeXPositionOnScreen REG_DOWRD value. Right-click on the key and delete it.
7. Similarly, delete the OptimizedKeyboardRelativeYPositionOnScreen key value in the same folder.

After deleting both values, close the Registry Editor and restart your PC to apply the changes. Now, when you open the touch keyboard, it will start showing up at the default opening position.

2. Run a Batch File to Reset the Touch Keyboard's Default Open Position

Resetting the default opening position of your touch keyboard can be done quickly and easily by running a batch file. This method is especially useful if you prefer to automate the reset process instead of manually tweaking the registry editor. Here is how to do it.

To get started, you first need to open the Notepad application. For this, you can type "Notepad" in either Windows Search or the Run dialog box and press Enter.

Once you're in Notepad, copy and paste the following code into it:

        @echo off
REG Delete "HKCU\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\TabletTip\1.7" /V OptimizedKeyboardRelativeXPositionOnScreen /F
REG Delete "HKCU\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\TabletTip\1.7" /V OptimizedKeyboardRelativeYPositionOnScreen /F
taskkill /f /im explorer.exe
start explorer.exe
    

Now click File in the upper-left corner and select Save As from the menu list.

In the File name field, type "ResetTouch.bat", and choose All Files from the Save as type. After that, select Desktop from the left-hand side and click Save.

Once the batch file is saved, close the Notepad window. Next, double-click ResetTouch.bat on your Desktop to run it. This should reset your touch keyboard's default open position.

Resetting the Default Position of the Touch Keyboard

If you're using a Windows touchscreen device, typing with a touch keyboard can be easy. However, you might have noticed an inconvenience where the keyboard opens in an awkward position.

This can make typing on specific keys difficult, especially if you're used to accessing the keyboard from a certain spot. To fix this issue, refer to this guide on resetting the default open position of your touch keyboard.