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Disable Game Bar and Game Mode

This is a special optimization that Microsoft implemented for those who use their computers to play games. The Game Bar may be triggered accidently from a shortcut (Windows key + G), so it is best to disable it altogether if you aren’t going to use it.

  1. Press the windows key and type in settings, then click enter.

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  1. On the left sidebar, click on Gaming.

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  1. Click the Game Bar page on the right side.

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  1. Turn off the Allow your controller to open Game Bar toggle switch.

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  1. Return to the Gaming page

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  1. Click the Game Mode from the Gaming page.

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  1. Turn off the Game Mode toggle switch.

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