Windows 10: Keyboard keystroke problem

Hello, today I've experienced a nightmare. Whenever I type something, it automatically adds "\" after it. For instance, when I press "a" it shows "a\". When I go to the key test, it shows that I press F9, \, and -> at the same time, although I don't. I have been trying numerous ways to solve this, like reinstalling the driver, cleaning the keyboard, and testing on different operating systems, but the problem remains unchanged. I hope someone can help me with this problem. Much appreciated.

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Keyboard stops working after recording one keystroke

I've tried two different corded USB keyboards now on my Desktop and both gave the same problem leading me to believe this has something to do with Windows 10 or my actual computer.

The keyboards were recognized and named correctly in "Settings>Devices>Bluetooth & other devices", and listed on device manager as "HID Keyboard devices". However, the problem I'm getting is that after plugging in the keyboard and clicking in a field that
allows me to type I can press a key and it will record that one keystroke, but afterwards it will completely stop recording anymore. I can repeat this over and over by unplugging and reconnecting the keyboard, each time only allowing one keystroke to be recorded.

Would anyone have a suggestion for how to go about troubleshooting this? I've tried uninstalling and reinstalling drivers, restarting, downloading new drivers, all with no luck and I'm running out of ideas.

Thanks so much in advance.

 

Win 10 keystrokes go bonkers


when I hit one key sometimes it drops down a list to select from

sometimes it takes 2 keystrokes then just hangs

if I persist in trying Win 10 logs off and I have to log on again.

maybe the keystroke autocompletion feature?

Need help. My Win 10 system is now unusable until I resolve this issur.

Using a second PC to enter this problem description.

Any thoughts/suggestions?

Thanks/

 

The keyboard types multiple of the same letter with one keystroke?

Hi,

Thank you for writing to Microsoft Community Forums.

Did you make any changes prior to this issue?

What is the make and model of the computer?

I would suggest to try with the steps mentioned below.

Method 1: Run Windows 10 inbuilt troubleshooter.

Go to Settings->Update & Security->Troubleshoot->Keyboard->Run the troubleshooter.

Method 2: Change keyboard settings.

Go to Settings->Ease of Access->Keyboard.

Under Use Filter keys, toggle ignore brief or repeated keystrokes and change keyboard repeat rates to
On position.

Method 3: Uninstall/Reinstall keyboard drivers.

• Press Windows key and the R key together and choose
  Device Manager.
  
• In case of PS2 keyboard, expand Keyboard, right click on
  Standard PS/2 keyboard and select Uninstall.
  
• In case of USB keyboard, expand keyboard, right click on
  HID keyboard and select Uninstall.
  
• Reboot the computer to allow Windows to reinstall the drivers.
  

Hope it helps.

Peer Samie

Microsoft Community-Moderator