XInputenabled

XInputenabled is a registry value that controls whether Microsoft's XInput API is enabled for a particular application. XInput is a low-level API that provides a standardized way for games and other applications to interact with input devices such as gamepads and joysticks on Windows. When XInputenabled is set to 1, it signals to the system that the application is designed to use XInput. Conversely, a value of 0 indicates that the application does not support XInput and may rely on older DirectInput APIs or other input methods.

This registry setting is typically located within the application's specific registry key under HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\[CompanyName]\[ApplicationName] or HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\[CompanyName]\[ApplicationName]. While many modern games and applications automatically detect and utilize XInput, some older titles or specific configurations might require manual adjustment of this value. Changing XInputenabled can sometimes resolve issues related to controller detection, button mapping, or overall input responsiveness in games. Users generally do not need to modify this setting, as it is usually managed by the application itself or set by default by the operating system.