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If your tablet is not longer auto-rotating when changing orientation, then use this guide to troubleshoot and fix this problem.
On tablets and convertible devices, Windows 10 can control their motion sensor to rotate the desktop to landscape or portrait mode automatically depending on the orientation of the screen.
However, sometimes auto-rotation in desktop or tablet mode may stop working for no apparent reason, or the "Rotation lock" option may appear grayed out making it impossible for Windows 10 to turn the screen to the correct orientation automatically.
If auto-rotation isn't working after covering your troubleshooting basics, such as checking for updates and restarting your device, there are a number of steps you can follow to fix this issue.
In this Windows 10 guide, we'll walk you through five solutions you can try to get screen rotation working again on your tablet or convertible.
If you're using a 2-in-1 device like the Surface Pro, accessories, such as a detachable keyboard or dock can cause screen rotation problems.
To check if an accessory is causing rotation problems, do the following:
•Disconnect the keyboard, dock, or external display.
•Change the orientation of the device to see if it rotates automatically.
It's also likely that you might have accidentally turned on the rotation lock option that prevents your device from rotating. If this is the case, do the following:
•Use the Windows key + A keyboard shortcut to open Action Center.
•Click the Expand button.
•Click the Rotation lock to turn it off.
•Quick Tip: You can also control this option under Scale and layout on Settings > System > Display.
•Change the orientation of the device to see if it rotates automatically.
If the screen will still not rotate, you can use the Sensors Troubleshooter to fix the problem.
•Download the Sensor Troubleshooter from Microsoft.
•Double-click the SensorDiagnosticTablet.diagcab to launch the experience.
•Click the Next button.
•The utility will scan, detect, and fix common problems with the sensors on your computer, including the motion sensor.
•Click the Close button.
Although it's rare, the rotation problem could be caused by a driver issue. If this is the case, you should try updating the sensors driver.
You can check this guide to learn the steps on how to update a device driver. If you're using Device Manager, typically, this device will appear under "Sensor I/O devices" or "Sensors."
If you have tried all the solutions, and you continue to see the rotation lock option grayed out, even after disconnecting the keyboard, dock, or disabling the external display, then do the following:
Warning: This is a friendly reminder that editing the Registry is risky, and it can cause irreversible damage to your installation if you don't do it correctly. It's recommended to make a full backup of your PC before proceeding.
•Use the Windows key + R keyboard shortcut to open the Run command.
•Type regedit, and click OK to open the Registry.
•Browse the following path:HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\AutoRotation
•Quick Tip: On the Windows 10 Creators Update and later, you can now copy and paste the path into the new Registry's address bar to quickly jump to the key destination.
For more helpful articles, coverage, and answers to common questions about Windows 10, visit the following resources:
•Windows 10 on Windows Central – All you need to know
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