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How to Stop Xbox Controller from Opening Virtual Keyboard
Disable your Steam keyboard to fix this issue
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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When you plug in your Xbox controller to your Windows PC, the last thing you would expect is for it to open the virtual keyboard. Granted, you may have pressed a key accidentally that brought up the keyboard. Sometimes, even theWindows onscreen keyboard keeps popping up.
However, some users have complained that the keyboard pops up, and even after numerous attempts to close it, it still appears on your screen. For today’s article, we get to the root cause of the problem and how to get rid of it.
Why is my controller showing up as a keyboard?
While the keyboard appearing on your screen is not peculiar, users noted that this particular keyboard was not the standard Windows virtual keyboard. A blue keyboard which implies it is the Steam virtual keyboard made a common appearance.
Still, other reasons why the Xbox controller keyboard keeps popping up include:
How do I stop my Xbox controller from opening my keyboard on my PC?
While the technical solutions have been proven to work fine, a few basic workarounds that may help fix the issue include:
1. Restart your Xbox console
2. Disable the Steam keyboard
You can also disable your Windows virtual keyboard if the issue keeps appearing.
2. Reset the Xbox controller
Resetting your Xbox controller could help clear any glitches that may be affecting normal operations. If the issue is caused by one of the apps or games you have installed, when resetting, instead of choosing the option to keep your files, select the one where you remove everything.
4. Reinstall Steam
The option to uninstall Steam should be a last resort if none of the preceding solutions work. Should the issue be with your controller, it may be time to switch to amodern-day Xbox controllerwith exquisite features.
You may also come acrossXbox controller driver issuesbut do not fret as we show you how to bypass such hiccups.
That’s it for this article but do let us know of any other solutions not mentioned here that may have helped you resolve this keyboard issue.
Claire Moraa
Windows Software Expert
Claire has a knack for solving problems and improving the quality of life for those around her. She’s driven by rationality, curiosity, and simplicity, and always eager to learn more about Microsoft’s products. With a background in teaching and reviewing, she breaks down complex topics into easily understandable articles, focusing mostly on Windows 11, errors, and software.
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Claire Moraa
Windows Software Expert
With a background in teaching and reviewing, she breaks down complex topics into easily understandable articles, focusing mostly on Windows 11 errors.
