Windows 10: i cannot type the key "}" i have had to copy and paste and its not a Keyboard issue...

For some unknown reason, the Closed Curly Bracket key will NOT work. I have tried it on 3 keyboards, to which none will work. I am on a PC.

The shift key works 100% fine, as does the "]" key, but combining them does not work.

This problem has been around for about a month now, and i have found nothing on the internet for it.

The key is pretty important as i have been learning how to program, so i would really appreciate if anyone has a solution. Or is there another way around it, such as rebinding the key somewhere else on the keyboard?

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how do I copy and paste

Hi,

Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community.

• 
  What is the exact issue that you’re facing?
  
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  Are you not able to copy or paste the files?
  
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  What exactly happens when you try to copy the files?
  
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  Are you getting any error message?
  

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

• To copy
  Ctrl + C
• To Paste ctrl + V

And also refer the link below and check if it helps.

http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-10/keyboard-shortcuts

Reply with necessary information so that we can assist you better.

Thanks and Regards

 

Windows Explorer Copy and Paste problems

Hi,

The copy/paste problem could be due to Windows Explorer issue or faulty keyboard.

Wewould like to know some information to better isolate the problem:

• Is the issue also happening when trying to copy/paste any Office files, or is it only happening in Windows Explorer?
• Have you tried other ways like; right-click + Copy, then right-click + Paste?
  
• What troubleshooting steps have you done so far?

We will wait for your reply.

 

Keyboard shortcut Alt key not working

Hi,



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

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  Since when are you facing this issue?
  
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  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.

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

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  Press Windows key +X, select Control panel.
  
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  Change the view by option on the top right to Large icons.
  
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  Click on troubleshooting and click on the view all option on the left panel.
  
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  Run the Hardware and devices troubleshooter.
  

Keep us posted on this issue so that we can assist you better.