Windows 10: Shell Handwritting dont work in 3rd Party Apps

I have a question about why the "Shell Handwritting" function does'nt work in other applications like Obsidian or Notion, or if there is a way I can use "Shell Handrawitting" in any app Imgur: The magic of the Internet

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Windows Ink Workspace no longer works with 3rd party apps

Hi Amy Needs Help,

We appreciate your post on Microsoft Community. I'm sorry to hear that you're experiencing issues with Windows Ink Workspace on your Surface Pro 7+. It's possible that the update you mentioned may have caused compatibility issues with third-party apps.



Unfortunately, Microsoft does not provide support for third-party apps, so I cannot guarantee that I can help you get the old Ink Workspace back. However, I can suggest a few troubleshooting steps that may help resolve the issue:

1. Try resetting the Windows Ink Workspace app. To do this, go to Settings > Apps > Installed apps > Windows Ink Workspace > Advanced options > Reset.
   
2. Restart Windows Shell Experience Host: Sometimes, restarting the “Windows Shell Experience Host” process can resolve issues with Windows Ink Workspace. Here’s how you can do it:
   
   • Open Task Manager (you can press Ctrl + Shift + Esc or right-click on the taskbar and select “Task Manager”).
     
   • Locate the Windows Shell Experience Host process in the list.
     
   • Right-click on it and choose End task.
     
   • Now try opening Windows Ink Workspace again.
     
3. Check for Windows Updates: Ensure that your Windows 11 is up to date. Microsoft occasionally releases updates that address compatibility issues. To check for updates:
   
   • Go to Settings (you can press Win + I).
     
   • Click on Windows Update.
     
   • Click on Check for updates and install any available updates.
     
4. Try using the handwriting feature in Microsoft OneNote instead. OneNote has a built-in handwriting recognition feature that allows you to convert handwritten notes to text.
   
5. Reinstall Windows Ink Apps: You can try reinstalling the Windows Ink apps to see if that resolves the issue:
   
   • Click on the Windows Ink Workspace icon in the taskbar.
     
   • Select Get more pen apps under the suggested area.
     
   • Alternatively, you can launch the Microsoft Store app, browse through apps related to pen input, and install the one you need.
     
6. Check if there are any updates available for WordPerfect or Scrivener. Updating these apps may help resolve any compatibility issues with Windows Ink Workspace.
   

Let me know if you have any further questions or concerns.

Kind regards.

Christopher.

 

Windows Mail and 3rd party messages

Hi,

Thank you for posting on Microsoft Communities.

Please assist me with the following information related to this issue:

• May I know what exactly do you mean when you say "download messages from 3rd party into Windows Mail"?
• Are you referring to Mail app on Windows 10? If so, are you able to receive any send email via Mail app?

If you are facing issues with Mail app, I suggest
run the in-built Windows Store app troubleshooter and check. Follow the steps:

• 
  Press Windows Key + X..
  
• 
  Click on Control Panel.
  
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  Select Troubleshooting.
  
• 
  On the left pane, click on View All.
  
• 
  Click on Windows Store apps to run the troubleshooter.
  

Let us know if the issue is resolved or if you require further assistance.

 

Remap a key without any 3rd party software?

3rd party app makes it way easier.

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