Disabling Settings to Optimize Windows 10/11

Introduction

• Objective: Learn how to disable specific settings in Windows 10 and 11 to speed up PC performance.
• Benefits: Boosts performance, frees up system resources, reduces startup times, and optimizes the Windows experience.

Steps to Disable Xbox Game Bar and Background Recording

Method 1: Through Windows Settings

1. Open Windows Settings:

   • Click on Start menu and select Settings, or press Windows + I on your keyboard.

2. Navigate to Gaming Section:

   • In Settings, find the section labeled with the Xbox logo (Gaming).

3. Disable Xbox Game Bar:

   • Enter the Xbox Game Bar section.
   • Switch the toggle labeled "Enable Xbox Game Bar" to the off position.

4. Disable Background Recording:

   • In the Captures tab, turn off "Record in the background while I'm playing a game" if not needed.

5. Game Mode:

   • Consider turning off Game Mode if not gaming or if additional system optimization is needed.

6. Test:

   • Press Windows + G to ensure the Game Bar is disabled.

Method 2: Using Registry Editor

1. Open Registry Editor:

   • Press Windows + R, type regedit, and hit Enter.
   • Accept the User Account Control prompt.

2. Navigate to the Appropriate Path:

   • Follow: HK_LOCAL_MACHINE > SOFTWARE > Microsoft > WindowsRuntime > ActivatableClassId > WindowsGaming > GameBarPresenceWriter.

3. Modify Registry Values:

   • Look for any values set to 1 (enabled), double-click to change value data from 1 to 0.

4. Permission Adjustments (If Required):

   • Right-click on specific entries, select Permissions, and adjust user permissions as needed for full control.
   • Save changes by clicking apply and OK.

5. Restart Computer:

   • For changes to take effect, restart your PC.
   • Confirm by pressing Windows + G to check if the Game Bar is disabled.

Conclusion

• After making these changes, your system should perform more efficiently.
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