How to Fix Tablet Mode Issues on HP EliteBook 840 G5

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If you’re struggling to disable Tablet Mode on your HP EliteBook 840 G5 running Windows 11 Pro, you’re not alone. Many users find it tricky to turn off or even recognize when Tablet Mode is active, especially when common fixes don’t work. Here’s a simple way to switch your device back to Desktop Mode and keep it there, which should help improve your workflow.

First, understand that Windows 11 automatically switches between Tablet Mode and Desktop Mode based on how you’re using your device. Since you’ve already tried changing the Taskbar alignment and display scale without success, and can’t find the ‘When I Sign In’ option, the next step is to manually set your device to stay in Desktop Mode.

Here’s what you should do:

Open Settings: Click on the Start menu and select the gear icon to open Settings.

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Navigate to System Settings: In Settings, click on ‘System,’ then choose ‘Tablet’ from the sidebar.
Disable Tablet Mode: Under the Tablet settings, you should see an option labeled ‘Use Tablet Mode’ with a toggle switch. Make sure this toggle is turned off. If it’s already off but the device still switches to Tablet Mode, proceed to the next step.
Check Quick Settings: Look at your taskbar for the notification area (bottom right). You might see a tablet icon or a quick toggle for Tablet Mode. Click it and turn it off if it’s active.
Restart Your Computer: After making these changes, restart your device to ensure settings take effect properly.

If your device still switches into Tablet Mode after rebooting, you can try editing the Registry to enforce Desktop Mode. However, proceed carefully:

Press Win + R, type regedit, and press Enter.
Navigate to: HKEY_CURRENT_USER\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\ImmersiveShell
Find the key named TabletMode. If it exists, double-click it and set its value to 0.
If it doesn’t exist, right-click inside the window, choose New > DWORD (32-bit) Value, name it TabletMode, and set the value to 0.

After making these changes, restart your computer.

Lastly, keep an eye on Windows updates. Sometimes, these issues are caused by bugs that are fixed in newer updates. Make sure your system is fully updated.

By following these steps, your HP EliteBook should stay in Desktop Mode, helping you work more comfortably without accidental switches back into Tablet Mode. If these solutions don’t stick, reaching out to HP support or Microsoft support might be the next best step for more advanced troubleshooting.