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+title: "Toggling X Input"
+date: 2020-01-07T20:46:32-05:00
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+On X, we can easily enable or disable input devices using the `xinput` command. This is a great use case when you're tired of accidentally hitting the red Thinkpad nub or having your palm be recognized when drawing with a pen.
+
+Running the `xinput` command performs the action temporarily. Your default settings will be restored upon a reboot.
+
+To list `xinput` devices run:
+
+```bash
+xinput
+```
+
+To disable a device:
+
+```bash
+xinput disable [id]
+```
+
+To enable a device:
+
+```bash
+xinput enable [id]
+```
+
+The ids are listed when you list the devices.