Windows 10: How come you can't run a custom keyboard shortcut when in full screen?

Discus and support How come you can't run a custom keyboard shortcut when in full screen? in Windows 10 Ask Insider to solve the problem; For example, You have "Ctrl + Alt + T" to open an app. But if you're running something in full screen, like a youtube video, or a VLC player in full... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Ask Insider' started by /u/wozmatic, Jan 4, 2021.

  1. How come you can't run a custom keyboard shortcut when in full screen?


    For example,

    You have "Ctrl + Alt + T" to open an app.

    But if you're running something in full screen, like a youtube video, or a VLC player in full screen, then the shortcut won't run.

    You have to exit full screen before the shortcut will work.

    Any reason why?

    Any way to bypass this?

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    /u/wozmatic, Jan 4, 2021
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  2. Keyboard shortcut for Screen Print in Windows 10.

    Hi,

    You could face this issue due to corrupt our outdated Keyboard Driver. I suggest you to follow the steps given below and check if it helps you.

    What is the make and model of your computer?

    Method 1: Run Hardware and Devices Troubleshooter.

    Follow these steps to run Hardware and Devices troubleshooter.

    • Type Troubleshooting in Search.
    • Select Troubleshooting.
    • Select View all on the top left corner.
    • Run Hardware and Devices troubleshooter.
    Move to next method if you still face this issue.

    Method 2: Uninstall and reinstall the Keyboard driver from manufacturer’s website.

    Follow these steps to Uninstall Keyboard driver.

    • Press Windows key + X and select Device Manager.
    • Search for Keyboard driver and expand it.
    • Right click on the Keyboard driver and select Uninstall.
    I suggest you to download the latest keyboard drivers from the manufacturers website.

    Please reply with the required information and the results. I will be glad to help you further.

    Thank you.
     
    Ruth Buruga, Jan 4, 2021
    #2
  3. Arun B J Win User
    Keyboard shortcut Alt key not working

    Hi,



    Before we proceed, I need more information to help you better.


    • Since when are you facing this issue?

    • Did you make any software or hardware changes on your computer prior to this issue?


    I suggest you to follow the steps below and check if it helps.

    Step 1: You may check if the ALT key is functioning correctly in on-screen keyboard. It will help us to verify if there is any issue with the keyboard.

    Follow the steps below to open On-screen Keyboard.


    • Windows + Q, type OSK (on-screen keyboard)

    • And check if it works
    Step 2: Run Hardware and device Troubleshooter.

    Windows 10 has a built-in troubleshooter to check and fix issues with hardware and devices. I would suggest you to run this troubleshooter to check if the issue is with your devices. Refer these steps:


    • Press Windows key +X, select Control panel.

    • Change the view by option on the top right to Large icons.

    • Click on troubleshooting and click on the view all option on the left panel.

    • Run the Hardware and devices troubleshooter.

    Keep us posted on this issue so that we can assist you better.
     
    Arun B J, Jan 4, 2021
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  4. cniggeler Win User

    How come you can't run a custom keyboard shortcut when in full screen?

    List custom keyboard shortcuts

    Um, this is to set up Microsoft mice and keyboards, and it's only to customize buttons and settings for the device, NOT to adjust custom hotkeys for shortcuts.

    Just to satisfy my curiosity: Charles, if you are a real human and not a b*t, what is six divided by two?
     
    cniggeler, Jan 4, 2021
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