How to Disable Game Bar
Are you tired of the Game Bar constantly popping up while you’re trying to enjoy your favorite games? The Game Bar, a feature of Windows 10, provides quick access to game-related features like recording, broadcasting, and screenshot capturing. However, it can be intrusive and may disrupt your gaming experience. In this article, we’ll guide you through the steps to disable the Game Bar on your Windows 10 PC.
Step 1: Accessing Game Bar Settings
To begin the process of disabling the Game Bar, you first need to access the settings. There are two ways to do this:
1. Click on the “Start” button, type “Game Bar” in the search bar, and select “Game Bar settings” from the search results.
2. Right-click on the Start button, go to “Windows PowerShell (Admin)” or “Command Prompt (Admin)” from the menu, and type “get-gamebarsettings” and press Enter.
Step 2: Disabling Game Bar
Once you have accessed the Game Bar settings, follow these steps to disable it:
1. In the Game Bar settings window, scroll down and locate the “Record game clips, screenshots, and broadcast using Game Bar” option.
2. Toggle the switch next to this option to “Off” to disable the Game Bar.
Step 3: Alternative Method: Group Policy
If you’re using a Windows 10 Pro or Enterprise edition, you can also disable the Game Bar using Group Policy:
1. Press “Windows key + R” to open the Run dialog box.
2. Type “gpedit.msc” and press Enter to open the Group Policy Editor.
3. Navigate to “User Configuration” > “Administrative Templates” > “Windows Components” > “Game Bar.”
4. Double-click on “Allow Game Bar” to open the properties window.
5. Select “Disabled” and click “OK” to disable the Game Bar.
Step 4: Disabling Game Bar Notifications
If you want to completely remove the Game Bar notifications and tray icon, follow these additional steps:
1. Right-click on the “Start” button and select “Task Manager.”
2. Go to the “Startup” tab.
3. Find “Game Bar” in the list of startup applications.
4. Right-click on “Game Bar” and select “Disable.”
By following these steps, you should now have successfully disabled the Game Bar on your Windows 10 PC. Enjoy your uninterrupted gaming experience!
