Bluetooth device cannot be removed

2026-07-06T07:55:26+00:00

How to remove a Bluetooth device from settings after receiving the error "Remove failed" ?

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Settings
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  1. GsN5034 - IA 77,900 Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2026-07-06T08:34:39.53+00:00

    Hello, thank you for reaching out to Microsoft Q&A.

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    Click the Windows + R key, type or copy the command below and click Ok

    shell:::{A8A91A66-3A7D-4424-8D24-04E180695C7A}

    Try removing your connected device from the Devices & Printers section.

    If you are still having issues,

    2

    Open the Device Manager.

    Expand the arrow next to Bluetooth.

    If you see your Bluetooth device in the list, right-click the device and select 'Uninstall'.

    If the device is missing in the lists, (Click view > hidden devices check box), uninstall all of the hidden devices in the lists and restart your computer.

    Let me know if you still need more help.

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