Windows 10: ALT + codes stopped to work suddenly

Discus and support ALT + codes stopped to work suddenly in Windows 10 Drivers and Hardware to solve the problem; Hi, When I try to type a vocal with accent like 'á','é', 'í','ó' or ú it shows the replacement character instead of the vocal with accent. I am on... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Drivers and Hardware' started by AnthonyPlaymith, May 31, 2020.

  1. ALT + codes stopped to work suddenly


    Hi,


    When I try to type a vocal with accent like 'á','é', 'í','ó' or ú it shows the replacement character instead of the vocal with accent.


    I am on windows 10, It seems to be a known issue <https://www.reddit.com/r/Windows10/comments/ais05n/alt_codes_not_working/> but I did not find the resolution for this.



    I will provide some information about what I've tried to do in order to resolve it. Please read it carefully before asking me to do something that is already mentioned:



    1- I tried to do the solution 1, 2 and 3 of this foro <https://www.minitool.com/news/alt-codes-not-working-on-windows-10.html> I tried the number 4 and it works but this is a workaround and not a solution. it's kinda boring to be copying and pasting the characters.



    2- I checked the windows updates and my computer is in the latest.



    3- I worked before. Suddenly It stopped to work without any reason.



    4- The strange thing is that It works on Edge but not in other Applications or browsers like Notepad++, Notepad, Chrome, Word, Netbeans, Visual Studio Code and others.....



    5-The language for the display name for windows is 'Spanish spain' and in 'preferred languages' there is only the 'englishUnited states' set.



    6-I read in some posts that It could be a third application, so can I know which application could be? How can I troubleshoot this?

    I will attach a screenshot with the applications that I have.



    ALT + codes stopped to work suddenly bd90572e-2c5f-48de-a9f0-deaeeb7ae39b?upload=true.png



    I'd like to highlight the point 3 since I did not do any change, installation or update before It stopped to work.


    Please help me since I am frustrated trying to resolve it.


    I look forward your response.


    Anthony Playmith.

    :)
     
    AnthonyPlaymith, May 31, 2020
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  2. Dyan Rey Win User

    Windows 10 "Left Alt + Shift" language input switch suddenly stop working. It used to work before.

    Hi Jida,

    There are a few reasons why "Left Alt + Shift" is suddenly stopped working on your computer. Since you mentioned that you already tried some troubleshooting steps, we suggest that you create a
    Test Profile. From there, check if the issue occurs.

    To create a user profile, follow these steps:

    • Go to Settings. Click Accounts.
    • Select Family & other people.
    • Select the Add someone else to this PC tab.
    • Name the user as Test.
    • Leave the password field blank.
    • Hit Next.
    • Sign in as Test user.
    Let us know how it works.
     
    Dyan Rey, May 31, 2020
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  3. Kreij Win User
    Little Alt Code Utility

    It does do that, mlee. All buttons have tooltips with the alt code and a description listed in it.

    The masculine ordinal number in Spanish, Italian and Portugese? I'm not even sure what it is for ... lol
     
    Kreij, May 31, 2020
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  4. ALT + codes stopped to work suddenly

    No Alt codes working

    I've found that no alt codes appear to be working using either left or right alt keys. I tried a few things suggested by an answer to a similar question ( ALT Codes Not Working
    ) which has made absolutely no difference.

    Other than Alt codes the alt buttons both work normally, likewise with the numpad.
     
    airfixalex, May 31, 2020
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