Windows 10: F11 key not working properly [Windows 10 20H2] OS build 19042.685

Hi, it's been a while since the F11 key has stopped working properly.

Basically I used to click it to make a program go in full screen, such as Chrome, Minecraft, etc..

So now there's this problem that whenever I click F11, for instance clicking it on Chrome just shuts it down, the same also happens with Microsoft Edge.

But on Minecraft bedrock edition, clicking F11, doesn't shut down the game but instead the window becomes invisible, can still be seen on taskbar and [the game can still receive my inputs, i could tell by the sounds coming from the game when for instance when I hold W to walk]


Here's an example: clicking it nothing happens


I also checked to see if the problem is related to the keyboard and it turns out the keyboard is fine, so the problem is software related.

:)

 

F11 does not work

Hi,



Thank you for writing to Microsoft Community Forums.



We understand the difficulties you are facing with the F11 key not working as it should be. In order to get clarity and to assist you accordingly, please reply with the answers to the questions below.

• What is the Windows 10 version and Build installed? (Type
  winver in Windows search/Run command)
  
• What is the make and model of the PC?
  
• Did you try F11 along with FN key on the keyboard?
  
• Was there a major change or an update on your system, prior to which you weren't facing this issue?
  
• Are you trying to use F11 for full screen function or any other function?

However, we would suggest you to perform these steps.



Uninstall and Reinstall the drivers.

1. Press Windows + X, select
   Device Manager.
   
2. Expand Keyboard device.
   
3. Right click on all the listed devices, then select
   Uninstall device.
   
4. Check the box beside Delete the driver software for this device.
   
5. Click Ok and restart the PC.
   
6. Then check you still have the issue.

We await your response.



Aditya Roy

Microsoft Community – Moderator

 

Windows 10 Insider Preview Beta and RP Channel Build 19042.685 (20H2) Insider

Currently the Insider beta and release preview channels are the same as the released version 20H2 19042.685

If you still want an insider build go to "Settings/Update and Security" and then look at the bottom of the LH list for "Windows Insider Programme" and follow the instructions there.

 

Windows 10 Insider Preview Beta Channel Build 19042.423 (20H2) July 31 Insider

Hi there
the 20H2 version is 19042 the 20H1 is 19041

on UUPDUMP





Cheers
jimbo