How to Remove Bluetooth Devices on Windows
Removing unwanted or unused Bluetooth devices from your Windows computer can help to declutter your Bluetooth connections, making it easier to find and manage the devices you do use regularly. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to remove Bluetooth devices from a Windows PC:
Step 1: Open Settings
– Click on the Start menu and select the gear-shaped icon to open ‘Settings’, or you can press `Windows key + I` on your keyboard.
Step 2: Access Devices
– Within the Settings menu, click on ‘Devices’. This will bring up options related to all peripheral devices connected to your computer, including Bluetooth ones.
Step 3: Navigate to Bluetooth & Other Devices
– Once in the ‘Devices’ window, you will find several options in the left-hand pane. Click on ‘Bluetooth & other devices’.
Step 4: Find the Device You Want to Remove
– In the ‘Bluetooth & other devices’ section, you’ll see a list of all the Bluetooth-enabled devices that have been paired with your computer. Locate the device that you wish to remove.
Step 5: Remove the Device
– To the right of the device name, there should be a button that says ‘Remove device’. Click this button.
Step 6: Confirm Removal
– A confirmation window may appear asking if you’re sure you want to remove the device. Confirm by clicking ‘Yes’ or ‘Remove’.
Once these steps are completed, your Windows computer should no longer be paired with that particular Bluetooth device. If you ever need to use it again in the future, you will need to go through the pairing process anew.
Remember that removing a device from your list of Bluetooth devices won’t turn off your computer’s Bluetooth function; it simply disconnects that specific device from your PC. If you want to disable Bluetooth entirely, you can do so through the Devices menu in Settings by toggling off the switch for ‘Bluetooth’.