What is hkcmd.exe? This is what is hidden behind the name

If you are using a PC or laptop with a graphics card from Intel, you will also find a file named hkcmd.exe on the computer. What exactly the hkcmd.exe file is and whether it is dangerous, you will learn in this article.

This requires the process hlcmd.exe

If you find the file hkcmd.exe on your computer, this is no reason to worry. This is because this is neither a virus nor malware that can cause damage to your computer. Instead, the hkcmd.exe file is part of the "Intel" Hot Key Command Module process and allows you to make changes to your computer's graphics settings using keyboard shortcuts. This way, you do not have to make changes to the display or resolution in a cumbersome way via the menu, but can do so via shortcut.

How to stop the hkcmd.exe process if you do not use it

Even though using the hkcmd.exe process makes it easier for you to change the computer settings, it may be wise to disable the process. If you do not use the Hot Key Module, you can free up space in your PC's memory by killing the process.

1. To prevent hkcmd.exe from being started with every Windows startup, first open the Run dialog.
2. Then enter the command "msconfig" there and confirm your entry with the "Enter" key.
3. Daraufhin öffnet sich ein neues Fenster, in dem Sie bitte zum Reiter „Systemstart“ wechseln und das Häkchen neben dem Eintrag „hkcmd.exe“ entfernen.
4. Damit Ihre Änderungen übernommen werden, betätigen Sie diese zum Schluss durch Klicken auf den Button „OK“.