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Is it possible to set Num Lock as a permanent dead key in Windows 11?
Due to keyboard layout issues, I frequently accidentally press the Num Lock key while typing, causing the cursor to jump to a random location or leave the text box when entering numbers, severely affecting the input experience. I want to permanently set the Num Lock key to a "dead key" with no function, or find another method to completely disable its toggle function to avoid accidental presses.
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Enter BIOS/UEFI at startup (commonly by pressing F2, F12, Delete, or Esc as your PC boots; consult your motherboard/computer manual for the exact key).
Find an option in the Boot or Advanced menus labeled something like “Num Lock State at Boot” or “Keyboard Features.”
Set it to “On” or “Enabled.”
Save changes and restart.
Here is the step by step guide:
https://www.solveyourtech.com/how-to-keep-num-lock-on-permanently-in-windows-11-a-complete-guide/
Yes, it is possible to configure the Num Lock key in Windows 11 so that it behaves as a "dead key" or to disable its toggle function entirely. Since Windows doesn't natively support turning Num Lock into a dead key, the most effective approach is to remap or disable the Num Lock key using third-party tools or registry modifications.
