How to Turn On or Off Custom Inking and Typing Dictionary in Windows 11
Turn On (Default Setting)
To turn on the Custom Inking and Typing Dictionary in Windows 11 using Registry Editor, you run a specific command. This command tells Windows to set the dictionary value to ‘1’. This enables the feature, letting your PC learn your personalized words and improve suggestions.reg add "HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\CPSS\Store\InkingAndTypingPersonalization" /v Value /t REG_DWORD /d 1 /f
reg add "HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Personalization\Settings" /v AcceptedPrivacyPolicy /t REG_DWORD /d 1 /f
reg add "HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\InputPersonalization" /v RestrictImplicitInkCollection /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f
reg add "HKCUSoftwareMicrosoftInputPersonalization" /v RestrictImplicitTextCollection /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f
reg add "HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\InputPersonalization\TrainedDataStore" /v HarvestContacts /t REG_DWORD /d 1 /f
Turn Off
To turn off the Custom Inking and Typing Dictionary in Windows 11 using Registry Editor, you run a command that sets the dictionary value to ‘0’. This turns off the feature and clears any words your PC learned. Your typing and inking suggestions will no longer be personalized.reg add "HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\CPSS\Store\InkingAndTypingPersonalization" /v Value /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f
reg add "HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Personalization\Settings" /v AcceptedPrivacyPolicy /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f
reg add "HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\InputPersonalization" /v RestrictImplicitInkCollection /t REG_DWORD /d 1 /f
reg add "HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\InputPersonalization" /v RestrictImplicitTextCollection /t REG_DWORD /d 1 /f
reg add "HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\InputPersonalization\TrainedDataStore" /v HarvestContacts /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f
Summary
- The Custom Inking and Typing Dictionary helps Windows 11 give you better typing and handwriting suggestions by learning from your writing habits.
- You can turn this feature on or off easily in the Settings or by using the Registry Editor.
- Turning it off will delete all saved words, so your suggestions won’t be personalized.
- It’s a good idea to check your privacy settings regularly to control what data Windows collects.
The Custom Inking and Typing Dictionary in Windows 11 helps give you better typing and handwriting suggestions by learning what you write. You can turn this feature on or off in Settings or by using the Registry Editor. Turning it off erases saved words, making suggestions less personal.
Speech, voice activation, inking, typing, and privacy – Microsoft Support
What is inking and typing in 🪟 Windows 11?
Windows 11’s inking and typing personalization creates a custom word list from the words you type or write, improving accuracy for both. This list links to your Microsoft account and works across Microsoft products.
Does 🪟 Windows 11 have a writing program?
Next, use the search bar to look for Notepad and open the application. Then, sign in with your Microsoft account within Notepad.
The Custom Inking and Typing Dictionary in Windows 11 allows users to save words they frequently use in digital ink or typing. Turning this dictionary on or off helps personalize the spell-checking experience for Windows 11 users.
Open Settings by pressing ⊞ Win+I, then navigate to Privacy & security, and click Inking & typing personalization. Toggle the switch for Personal inking and typing dictionary to turn it on or off.
What is the Custom Inking and Typing Dictionary?
The Custom Inking and Typing Dictionary in Windows 11 helps your PC remember words you use often, like names or special places. This dictionary makes typing and pen suggestions more helpful and personal for you. If you turn the Custom Inking and Typing Dictionary off, Windows forgets these words, and suggestions revert to being general.
Important: If you turn this feature off, your computer will forget all the words it learned, and your suggestions won’t be personalized anymore.
How to Turn On or Off the Custom Inking and Typing Dictionary (Using Settings)
- Press ⊞ Win+I on your keyboard to open Settings.
- On the left side, click Privacy & security.
- On the right, click Inking & typing personalization.
- Turn the switch on or off under Personal inking and typing dictionary depending on what you want.
- You can now close the Settings window.
You can easily turn the Custom Inking and Typing Dictionary on or off in Windows 11 using the Settings app. Just open Settings, go to Privacy & security, then click Inking & typing personalization. You’ll see a switch to turn the personal dictionary on or off.
How to Turn On or Off the Custom Inking and Typing Dictionary (Using Registry Editor)
A heads-up: Editing the Registry is best for advanced users. Please proceed with caution and consider backing up your Registry first.
Turn On (Default Setting)
To turn on the Custom Inking and Typing Dictionary in Windows 11 using Registry Editor, you run a specific command. This command tells Windows to set the dictionary value to ‘1’. This enables the feature, letting your PC learn your personalized words and improve suggestions.reg add "HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\CPSS\Store\InkingAndTypingPersonalization" /v Value /t REG_DWORD /d 1 /f
reg add "HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Personalization\Settings" /v AcceptedPrivacyPolicy /t REG_DWORD /d 1 /f
reg add "HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\InputPersonalization" /v RestrictImplicitInkCollection /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f
reg add "HKCUSoftwareMicrosoftInputPersonalization" /v RestrictImplicitTextCollection /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f
reg add "HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\InputPersonalization\TrainedDataStore" /v HarvestContacts /t REG_DWORD /d 1 /f
Turn Off
To turn off the Custom Inking and Typing Dictionary in Windows 11 using Registry Editor, you run a command that sets the dictionary value to ‘0’. This turns off the feature and clears any words your PC learned. Your typing and inking suggestions will no longer be personalized.reg add "HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\CPSS\Store\InkingAndTypingPersonalization" /v Value /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f
reg add "HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Personalization\Settings" /v AcceptedPrivacyPolicy /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f
reg add "HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\InputPersonalization" /v RestrictImplicitInkCollection /t REG_DWORD /d 1 /f
reg add "HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\InputPersonalization" /v RestrictImplicitTextCollection /t REG_DWORD /d 1 /f
reg add "HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\InputPersonalization\TrainedDataStore" /v HarvestContacts /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f
Summary
- The Custom Inking and Typing Dictionary helps Windows 11 give you better typing and handwriting suggestions by learning from your writing habits.
- You can turn this feature on or off easily in the Settings or by using the Registry Editor.
- Turning it off will delete all saved words, so your suggestions won’t be personalized.
- It’s a good idea to check your privacy settings regularly to control what data Windows collects.
The Custom Inking and Typing Dictionary in Windows 11 helps give you better typing and handwriting suggestions by learning what you write. You can turn this feature on or off in Settings or by using the Registry Editor. Turning it off erases saved words, making suggestions less personal.
Speech, voice activation, inking, typing, and privacy – Microsoft Support
What is inking and typing in 🪟 Windows 11?
Windows 11’s inking and typing personalization creates a custom word list from the words you type or write, improving accuracy for both. This list links to your Microsoft account and works across Microsoft products.
Does 🪟 Windows 11 have a writing program?
Next, use the search bar to look for Notepad and open the application. Then, sign in with your Microsoft account within Notepad.
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