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When I use ProcExp (instead of Task Manager) to look at the task structure it is clear that tabtip.exe is started by that service and so killing the service would probably kill both. However, I now think that the TabletInputService service (which is an svchost.exe) is the real guts of this The second process you found tabtip.exe is the one that I wanted you to use as a diagnostic. So it might be what you are seeing, but as soon as I tried to investigate (carefully avoiding using my real keyboard) that overlay disappeared. That made the TK do something different when I started 'typing', FWIW I tried opening a modern app (OneNote) and using its Search box as an input field. I don't know what that is or how you started it. Text Input Application (its properties option shows this name: InputApp_cw5n1h2txyewy) Once (not doubleclick!-that would be both an Open and perversely a Close at the same time) on the TK Taskbar icon? Have a real keyboard attached when this is happening? Also, what exactly are you describing by 'non-responsive'? Not coming back when you tap in an input field? Or not coming back when you try to click it closes at the slightest touch of a real keyboard's keys. FWIW I think the TK is intentionally ephemeral. I thought you were seeing an outline? Now it sounds like you may be seeing normal functionality and not understanding how it works. Invisible, non-responsive, crashed state) Ok so I just checked the processes tab in Windows Task Manager (while tablet virtual keyboard is in If I END these processes and then have them restarted by thereafter going to tablet mode again, maybe the keyboard would finally appear again?Īlthough I tried terminating the 2nd process first, thereafter ending the first process that I mentioned seems to have done the trick: when I then went to tablet mode, the virtual keyboard finally came back.īut clearly, the software/process behind this virtual keyboard is very unstable as it seems to crash quite easily, even without the laptop doing anything heavy.

Virtual keyboard windows 10 gone Pc#

the virtual tablet keyboard disappears randomly and just wouldn't reappear except with a pc restart so that's what I meant by it crashing) I thought Because I myself felt it was a 'crash' (i.e. Touch Keyboard and Handwriting Panel (TabTip). Microsoft Text Input Application (its properties option shows this name: InputApp_cw5n1h2txyewy)and ii) Ok so I just checked the processes tab in Windows Task Manager (while tablet virtual keyboard is in invisible, non-responsive, crashed state) and I found 2 processes which I thought might be relevant: i) I do not quit for those who are polite and cooperative. _ Windows MVP 2010-20 Millions helped via my tutorials and personally in forums for 12 years. I will keep working with you until it's resolved. Feel free to ask back any questions and let us know how it goes. This reinstalls Windows in about an hour while saving your files, apps and most settings, solves many problems while also bringing it up to the latest version 1809 which you need anyway and by the most stable method.

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If nothing else helps you can run a Repair Install by installing the Media Creation Tool and choosing from it to Upgrade Now. Then continue with the other steps to go over your install most thoroughly. Start with Step 4 to turn off Startup freeloaders which can conflict and cause issues, then Step 7 to check for infection the most thorough way, then step 10 to check for damaged System Files. Go over this checklist to make sure the install is set up correctly, optimized for best performance, and any needed repairs get done. Make sure you have the latest BIOS or UEFI firmware, Chipset, Display (Video), Sound, USB3, Bluetooth, Network and all other drivers, or else download and install the latest now.

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Compare the latest drivers available for download with the ones presently installed in Device Manager reached by right clicking the Start Menu.

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Update your drivers from the PC or motherboard maker's Support Downloads web page, using the full model number, Serial Number or Dell Service Tag on sticker. I'm Greg, an installation specialist and 9 year Windows MVP, here to help you.