How to Enable or Disable Typing Insights in Windows 11 In Windows 11, Typing Insights gives users visibility into how the operating system assists with text input. This feature covers everything from autocorrect behavior to predictive suggestions. In this video, we'll walk through four ways to enable or disable this feature, whether you need to manage user experience or enforce privacy standards. Before we begin, be sure to subscribe to NinjaOne's IT video hub and our YouTube channel for more tech content like this. 4 Ways to Configure Typing Insights in Windows 11 Method 1: System Settings This is the most straightforward approach and ideal for self-service or quick adjustments. Here's how to change the setting: Open Settings from Search or press Win + I. Navigate to Time & Language > Typing > Typing Insights. Toggle the switch on or off based on user preference. This method only applies to the current user profile, meaning it won't impact other users on the same device. It's the fastest troubleshooting step before escalating to scripted or policy-based changes. Method 2: Registry Editor This is especially useful for devices joined to non-domain networks, BYOD systems, or environments where IT teams need to enforce preferences that aren't available through standard Settings or GPO. Press Win + R, type regedit, and hit Enter. Navigate to: Create the key if it doesn't already exist. In the right pane, create a new DWORD (32-bit) value named InsightsEnabled. Set the value to 1 to enable the feature, or 0 to disable it. Close the Registry Editor. As always, be careful: registry edits apply instantly and can lead to unexpected system behavior. Take a backup before modifying anything. Method 3: PowerShell PowerShell is the go-to method for automation, remote execution, and RMM-driven deployments. To enable Typing Insights, use this command: To disable it, use this: Run PowerShell as an administrator, then restart the device to ensure the change is fully applied. If you need bulk deployment scripts or validation logic, check the blog linked below for full examples. Method 4: Local Group Policy For enterprise environments, this is the most controlled and scalable option. Group Policy ensures consistency across your organization and prevents end users from altering the settings. Press Win + R, type gpedit.msc, and open the Local Group Policy Editor. Navigate to: Computer Configuration > Administrative Templates > Windows Components > Text Input Open the policy: Improve inking and typing recognition Set it to Enabled or Disabled depending on your requirements. Run gpupdate /force or allow the system to refresh at the next policy interval. Typing Insights can be managed in several ways depending on your environment. Choosing the right method depends on scale, user privileges, and how tightly you need to control device configurations across your fleet. For more information, check out our official blog post on how to enable or disable typing insights in Windows 11, linked in the description below.