Keyboard Not Working? Quick Fixes for Laptops and PCs

Keyboard Not Working? Quick Fixes for Laptops and PCs Photo by Leone Venter on Unsplash

Keyboard problems can be caused by settings, drivers, or dirt under the keys.

1. Restart the computer

This often fixes temporary glitches.

2. Check connections

Reconnect USB keyboards or replace batteries in wireless ones.

3. Turn off Filter Keys

On Windows, Settings > Accessibility > Keyboard, and turn off Filter Keys and Sticky Keys.

4. Clean the keyboard

Turn it off and use compressed air to remove crumbs.

5. Update the driver

Device Manager > Keyboards > Update driver.

6. Use the on-screen keyboard

As a temporary option, use the on-screen keyboard.

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