How To Enable or Disable “Title Bar Window Shake” in Windows 11 The “Title Bar Window Shake” feature in Windows 11 is designed to make multitasking faster and more intuitive. It lets you minimize all inactive windows by simply shaking the one you’re working on. Let’s walk through how to enable or disable this feature using three different method. Before we begin, be sure to subscribe to NinjaOne’s IT video hub and our YouTube channel for more tech content like this. Why This Feature Matters This setting can either simplify or complicate your daily workflow depending on your user preferences. For users who keep multiple windows open, shaking the active window helps clear visual clutter. For IT managers, however, it’s also common to receive requests to turn this off—especially when the behavior interrupts productivity or automation tools. How To Configure It From Windows Settings The easiest way to adjust the setting is through Windows Settings. Open Settings with Win + I, then go to System → Multitasking. Toggle Title bar window shake on or off. Changes take effect immediately for the active user session, making this the best method for individual systems or remote configuration sessions. How To Configure It Using the Registry Advanced users and IT admins can also manage this feature through the Registry Editor. Open regedit, then navigate to: HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Window s\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Advanced Modify or create the DisallowShaking DWORD (32-bit) value. Set it to 0 to enable or 1 to disable. Always back up the registry first to prevent configuration errors. How To Configure It Using PowerShell PowerShell provides an efficient option for automation or bulk deployments. Run PowerShell as an administrator, then use the Set-ItemProperty command to enable or disable the setting. Finish by restarting Explorer.exe to apply changes. This method allows IT teams to script and deploy the configuration across multiple endpoints. For more information, check out our official blog post on enabling or disabling “Title Bar Window Shake” in Windows 11, linked in the description below.