What to try if a touchscreen doesn't work in Windows

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If a touchscreen isn't responsive or not working correctly in Windows, try restarting the Windows device. If after the restart the touchscreen is still having problems, check for updates by following these steps:

  1. Right-click on the Start WindowsLogo menu and then select Settings Settings > Windows Update Sync > Advanced options.

  2. Make sure Receive updates for other Microsoft products is switched On.

  3. Under Additional options, select Optional updates.

  4. Select all optional updates and then select the Download and install button.

  5. In the left-hand pane of the Settings app, select Windows Update Sync .

  6. In the Windows Update window, select the Check for updates button.

  7. Once available updates populate, install all available updates.

  8. After all updates are finished installing, restart the Windows device even if none of the updates required a restart.

If the touchscreen still doesn't work, see Surface touchscreen: Problems with touch, or contact the manufacturer of the device.