How to Fix Windows 10 Opening Right-Click Context Menu on the Left Side

By default, Windows 10 may display the right-click context menu on the left side of your cursor, which can feel unintuitive—especially for right-handed users. This guide walks you through two simple methods to restore the context menu to the right side.

🛠️ Method 1: Use Tablet PC Settings

Even if you're not using a tablet, Windows includes a setting that can adjust menu alignment.

Steps:

Press Windows + R to open the Run dialog.
Type the following command and press Enter:
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In the Tablet PC Settings window, go to the Other tab.
Select the Left-handed option.
Click OK, then sign out or restart your computer.

✅ This will shift the context menu to the right side of your cursor.

🧬 Method 2: Modify the Registry

For users comfortable with editing the Windows Registry, this method offers a direct way to control menu alignment.

Steps:

Press Windows + R and type regedit, then press Enter.
Navigate to: HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Windows
Look for a value named MenuDropAlignment. If it doesn’t exist:
- Right-click in the right pane.
- Select New > String Value.
- Name it MenuDropAlignment.
Double-click MenuDropAlignment and set the Value data to:
- 0 → Menu opens on the right side.
- 1 → Menu opens on the left side.
Click OK, then sign out or restart your computer.

🧩 Troubleshooting Tips

If changes don’t take effect immediately, ensure you've restarted your system.
This setting may be overridden by third-party customization tools—disable them if necessary.