Windows 10: Keyboard typing on its own

Discus and support Keyboard typing on its own in Windows 10 BSOD Crashes and Debugging to solve the problem; My laptop keyboard is typing * on its own. Pls help... Discussion in 'Windows 10 BSOD Crashes and Debugging' started by HarshitBaboo, Jun 22, 2021.

  1. Keyboard typing on its own


    My laptop keyboard is typing * on its own. Pls help

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    HarshitBaboo, Jun 22, 2021
    #1

  2. Typing, keyboard

    Hi,

    There could be some reasons why you're having a problem with your keyboard. To better assist you, we would like to ask you a few questions:

    • Have you made any recent changes on your PC prior to this issue?
    • Did you encounter any error messages?
    • When did the issue begin?
    • What troubleshooting steps have you tried so far?

    Meanwhile, we suggest scanning your PC using an antivirus program and check if this step will resolve the issue.

    We'll keep an eye out for your response.
     
    Ronalene Mat, Jun 22, 2021
    #2
  3. How do I change the default keyboard from handwriting to typing on Windows 10

    Hi Paul,

    We appreciate you for being part of Windows 10.

    Before proceeding, we need to know more information to help you better.

    • What is the make and model of your computer?
    • Have you enabled the tablet mode settings on Windows 10?

    Kindly follow the below steps and check if it helps.

    Step 1: Turn off on screen keyboard

    • Open Start menu, type Settings in search bar and click on Settings.
    • Click on Ease of access and select keyboard.
    • Turn off the on screen keyboard.

    Step 2: Turn off tablet mode

    I suggest you to turn off tablet mode, as it may also be the cause for the issue.

    • Open Start menu, type tablet mode settings in search bar and click on it.
    • Turn off the tablet mode option and check if it helps.

    Reference: I suggest you to refer the below link and check if it helps.

    Change your language or keyboard

    http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-8/add-language-keyboard

    The steps applies for Windows 10 also.

    I hope the above information helps. Kindly let us know if you need any further assistance with Windows. We are glad to assist you.

    Thank you.
     
    Kiran Kishore, Jun 22, 2021
    #3
  4. Geethu B Win User

    Keyboard typing on its own

    Issue with typing using keyboard

    Hi,

    Thank you for contacting Microsoft Community. I understand that you have an issue with typing using keyboard.
    I will surely help you to fix this issue.

    To understand the issue better, I would need more information from your end.

    • What is the make and model of the computer?
    • Which web browser are you using?
    • Are you facing this issue on all the web browsers?

    This issue could have occurred due to these reasons:

    1. Damaged hardware.

    2. Missing Windows Updates.

    3. Corrupt keyboard driver.

    Try the steps listed here:

    Method 1:

    I would suggest you to connect an external keyboard and check if the issue persists or not.

    Method 2:

    If the issue persists, I suggest you to download and install all available Windows Updates and devices drivers from the computer manufacturer website.

    Method 3:

    If the issue persists, I suggest you to download and install latest keyboard driver from the manufacturer website and check if it helps.

    Hope this information helps. Reply to the post with an updated status of the issue so that we can assist you further.
     
    Geethu B, Jun 22, 2021
    #4
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