Windows 11: Turn off S Mode

Question

How do I turn off S Mode on my Windows 11 Computer?

Answer

 

New Windows laptops often come in S Mode by default. S Mode prohibits users from downloading software outside the Microsoft Store and will cause issues with downloading programs we use here at YSU (e.g., Respondus Lockdown Browser). Luckily, you can turn S Mode off!

  1. Open Settings > System > Activation
    • System tab in Settings
    • Activation button in Settings
  2. There should be a box under Activation State that says "S Mode"
  3. Expand the S Mode drop down and click Open Store
    • S-Mode setting in Windows Settings
  4. Once the Microsoft Store opens, there should be a prompt on the screen about turning off S Mode
    • Click Get
    • S-Mode prompt in Microsoft Store
  5. Restart the computer
  6. Once rebooted, S Mode should now be disabled
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