To turn on the touchscreen on your Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3, you typically enable it through the Device Manager in Windows. This is the standard method for managing hardware devices on Windows laptops, including most models in the IdeaPad series.
Steps to Enable Your Touchscreen
Follow these straightforward steps to activate your touchscreen:
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Open Device Manager:
- Press the Windows key + X on your keyboard simultaneously. This will open a quick-access menu.
- From the list of options, select Device Manager.
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Locate the Touchscreen Device:
- In the Device Manager window, you will see a list of hardware categories.
- Click the arrow next to Human Interface Devices to expand this section.
- Look for an entry named HID-compliant touchscreen.
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Enable the Device:
- Right-click on HID-compliant touchscreen.
- If the touchscreen is currently disabled, a context menu will appear with an option to Enable device. Click on this option to turn on your touchscreen.
- Note: If you see "Disable device" instead, it means your touchscreen is already active, and no action is needed.
What if you don't see the "HID-compliant touchscreen" option?
If you cannot find "HID-compliant touchscreen" under Human Interface Devices, it could mean one of a few things:
- Your specific IdeaPad Slim 3 model may not be equipped with a touchscreen. Not all configurations of the IdeaPad Slim 3 come with a touch-enabled display.
- The necessary drivers might be missing or corrupted. In such cases, you might need to visit the official Lenovo support website to download and install the latest display or chipset drivers for your model.
- The device might be hidden. Sometimes, disabled devices are hidden. You can try going to View in Device Manager and selecting Show hidden devices.
For further troubleshooting or detailed information on managing your device's touchscreen, you can consult official Lenovo support resources, such as this guide on How To Enable and Disable the Touch Screen In Windows 10.
