How to Turn On or Off Touchpad Accelerated Scrolling in Windows 11
Want to control how fast pages move when you swipe on your Windows 11 touchpad? You can enable or disable accelerated scrolling.
Accelerated scrolling in Windows 11 makes a page move faster with more force from finger flicks. This differs from inertial scrolling, a feature that allows the page to continue moving briefly after fingers lift from the touchpad.
Touchpad accelerated scrolling in Windows 11 offers a fluid navigation experience, similar to a smartphone. This setting helps users quickly move through long documents or web pages by increasing scroll speed as they scroll faster.
Accelerated scrolling in Windows 11 creates a fluid and fast scrolling experience. Turning accelerated scrolling off offers more precise manual control, stopping scrolls when fingers stop moving.
Go to Settings Bluetooth & devices Touchpad Scroll & zoom. Check the box for Accelerated scrolling to turn it on, or uncheck it to turn it off.
How to Turn On or Off Accelerated Scrolling on Touchpad in Settings
You can easily turn the Windows 11 accelerated scrolling feature on or off using the built-in Settings app. This setting changes how fast your touchpad scrolls when you move your finger quickly. Just head to your touchpad settings and look for the scroll and zoom options to make the change.
2. Click Bluetooth & devices on the left, then select Touchpad on the right. Open Touchpad settings
3. Click Scroll & zoom under the Gestures & interaction section to expand the menu.
4. Check or uncheck the box labeled Accelerated scrolling to toggle the feature.
How to Disable Accelerated Scrolling via Registry Editor
If you want to disable accelerated scrolling in Windows 11 using the Registry Editor, you can do so. This method is a bit more technical, so be careful. Making wrong changes in the Registry Editor can cause issues with your computer. Follow the steps carefully to adjust the setting for your touchpad's scrolling speed.
2. Navigate to the following path: HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\PrecisionTouchPad
3. Right-click `BoostedPanningEnabled` and choose 'Modify'.
Troubleshooting and Related Issues
Precision Touchpad drivers improve touchpad performance by minimizing jerky movements and offer more settings than older drivers. You can adjust the Touchpad sensitivity slider in Windows 11 Settings to fix problems with accidental touches or improve touchpad responsiveness.
Summary
Accelerated scrolling and momentum features help you navigate Windows 11 faster. You can toggle these settings directly in the Settings app or through the Registry Editor. If you prefer scrolling that stops immediately, you can disable the BoostedPanningEnabled key or uncheck the box in your touchpad settings.
Why does my touchpad keep scrolling after I stop moving my fingers?
This is known as inertial or momentum scrolling. It is designed to mimic smartphone behavior by letting the page glide after you lift your fingers. If you dislike this, you can disable accelerated scrolling or adjust your touchpad sensitivity settings in Windows 11 to stop the drift.
Can I disable touchpad momentum without editing the registry?
Yes. Most modern Windows 11 laptops with Precision Touchpads allow you to toggle these features directly through the Settings app under Bluetooth & devices > Touchpad. You only need the registry editor if the setting is missing or if you are managing settings for multiple users via group policy.
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