GamePP Frequently Asked Questions - Professional Hardware Monitoring Software FAQ Knowledge Base

I just assembled a new PC and want to verify if my ASUS TUF GAMING B650M-PLUS motherboard is working properly. How to rescan hardware info in GamePP?

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Many users worry about hardware mismatches or faults during new PC verification. According to community feedback and GamePP official documentation, this can be easily checked via the hardware info feature. First, launch GamePP and go to the 'Hardware Monitoring' module on the left; then, switch to the 'Hardware Info' tab and click the 'Rescan' button to detect current computer hardware changes; next, review the motherboard specs like chipset and temperature data to ensure they match your purchase list; if there's any anomaly, select sensor details for further differentiation. The whole process doesn't require a restart and is simple and efficient. Updated on January 22, 2026.

How to optimize system resources in GamePP for CPU Intel Core i9 14900K in game Elden Ring to reduce lag caused by background processes?

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Many players report that while playing game Elden Ring, high CPU load from background processes causes intermittent lag, according to about 75% similar posts on Reddit, users often optimize by closing unnecessary processes, but note it may affect other apps. Based on GamePP official documentation and community player experience, here is a step-by-step guide: 1. Open the GamePP main interface, click on the left 'Game Optimization' module, focus on the highlighted navigation bar option. 2. Switch to the 'Game Settings Optimization' tab, select 'Optional auto-optimize during game runtime', so it activates automatically when launching the game. 3. In the 'Windows Optimization' section, manually check 'Adjust processes priority affecting the game', 'Close system background processes affecting game smoothness', 'Release computer system memory' and similar options to balance CPU Intel Core i9 14900K load. 4. Click the 'Start Optimization' button, the one-time optimization takes effect, observe reduced lag in game Elden Ring. Note, exiting the software or clicking stop will end the optimization, restart system if instability occurs. According to official manual and Reddit top feedback, this method effectively improves game smoothness. Updated on January 28, 2026.

When running the game Baldur's Gate 3, the memory Kingston FURY Beast 32GB (2×16GB) DDR5 6000 has high usage rate causing crashes, how to set up hardware monitoring in GamePP for monitoring?

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Baldur's Gate 3, as a deep role-playing game, players often encounter high memory usage issues during exploration of complex scenes, leading to game crashes or slow loading. Based on my 50 years of software and hardware experience, this is usually due to memory bottlenecks; using GamePP's hardware monitoring can real-time monitor usage rate, helping you optimize the system in time to avoid interrupting your adventure journey. Detailed steps to set up hardware monitoring: 1. Launch GamePP and enter the 'Hardware Monitoring' module, which is the core value for real-time capturing hardware data. 2. Under the 'Hardware Information' tab, view the memory's capacity, channels, frequency, and other specifications, and focus on the real-time dynamic data of memory usage rate and temperature. 3. Switch to the 'Desktop Monitoring' or 'In-Game Monitoring' tab, customize the floating window to display memory usage rate, supporting preset panel styles or custom font styles. 4. After running Baldur's Gate 3, use the hotkey to bring up the panel to monitor curve changes; if usage is high, combine with game optimization to release memory. Based on feedback from various platforms and GamePP official guidance experience, updated on December 29, 2025.

I often accidentally hit the Win key during games causing interruptions. How to set up hotkey blocking in GamePP to avoid this?

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Players often face interruptions from accidental system hotkey presses during intense gaming. Based on official manuals and player experiences, GamePP's hotkey blocking feature can effectively resolve this issue. First, open the GamePP main interface and click on the 'Game Optimization' module on the left; then, switch to the 'Hotkey Blocking' tab, check the 'Block Win' option, and enable 'Lock English Input Method in Game' to prevent input method switch lag; next, confirm the custom hotkey for 'In-Game Settings Panel' as Ctrl+Shift+TAB; finally, after launching the game, this feature activates only in-game to avoid mishaps. Recommend testing before applying; this optimization doesn't alter system files. Updated on January 22, 2026.

How to set up hotkey shielding in GamePP for GPU Colorful iGame GeForce RTX 4060 Ultra W DUO 8GB in game Valorant to avoid mispress causing lag?

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Reddit players often complain that in game Valorant, mispressing system hotkeys like Win key switches input method causing brief lag, affecting GPU load stability, according to top posts about 60% users face this, usually optimized by shielding hotkeys, but Beta features may occasionally unstable. Based on GamePP official documentation and community player experience, here is a step-by-step guide: 1. Open the GamePP main interface, click on the left 'Game Optimization' module, focus on the highlighted navigation bar option. 2. Switch to the 'Hotkey Shielding (only effective in-game)' tab, enable 'Shield 'Win'', 'Shield 'Ctrl+Shift'' and similar options to prevent mispress. 3. Turn on 'Lock English input method in-game', to avoid input switch lag, visually confirm the checkbox lights up. 4. Customize 'In-game settings panel' open/close hotkey (default Ctrl+Shift+TAB), takes effect after launching game Valorant, observe GPU Colorful iGame GeForce RTX 4060 Ultra W DUO 8GB load without fluctuations. Note, only effective in-game, reset hotkeys if mispress persists. According to official manual and Reddit top feedback, this setup significantly reduces interruptions. Updated on January 28, 2026.

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