How to Disable Test Mode Windows 10

The test mode usually, occurs when you are using unsigned driver, or when you are testing in windows 10.  If you are using driver which are not digitally signed by Microsoft or are unsigned windows might start in test signing mode. When this happens, you will be greeted by a small watermark in the bottom right corner of the screen indicating that you are using the test mode with the windows version and the build number. This mode on windows 10 is useful when you have to give proper digital signature or certification to the test unsigned driver or software which as still in the testing phase. This mode on windows 10 is useful for developers who want to test their unsigned versions of their games or application and test the driver to see if they work properly or not. The protects the integrity of the system and give you the ability to test new driver and software. However, if you use your laptop or windows for daily use it is not recommended to use the test mode as it gives admin permission to everything which can be harmful for a normal user. The windows be affected by a virus which could harm the computer when in the test mode. If you are a Microsoft user and are annoyed by rebooting into the test mode again and again. Or if the test mode bother is bothering you and you want to disable or remove it. We will explain how to disable test mode windows 10 below.

Methods on How to Disable Test Mode Windows 10

Disable or remove the test mode in windows 10 using the command prompt:

  • Using the windows key launch the start menu

  • In the start menu search for the command prompt

  • Right click on the command prompt to run as administrator and open the command prompt with admin privileges

  • Open the command prompt and type “bcdedit -set TESTSIGNING OFF” and press the enter button.

  • The command will start to execute and you will see a message pop up

  • Once you see the successful message close the cmd windows and reboot your

This will disable and remove the test mode after you restart the windows. Once you disable it, you will be unable to install any unsigned driver or software while going in the testing phase on your windows 10. You can use this other method to learn how to disable test mode

Remove Test Mode Watermark in Windows 10

To remove and disable the test mode watermark in the windows 10 you need to follow these steps:

  • Using the windows key launch the start menu

  • In the start menu search for the command prompt

  • Right click on the command prompt to run as administrator and open the command prompt with admin privileges

  • Open the command prompt and type “bcdedit.exe -set loadoptions ENABLE_INTEGRITY_CHECKS” after typing this press enter

  • After the above command type,” bcdedit.exe -set TESTSIGNING OFF” and press the enter button.

  • The command will start to execute and you will see a message pop up

  • Once you see the successful message close the command window and reboot your windows.

This will disable and remove the test mode watermark after you restart the windows. Once you disable it, you will be unable to install any unsigned driver or software while going in the testing phase.

Conclusion

We have discussed multiple ways to remove or disable the test mode on your windows 10 device. Hopefully any one of the above methods will help you disable the test mode on your laptop or on your pc and you can use your laptop without rebooting into the test mode screen again and again.

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