Windows 10: Keyboard not working in some applications

Whilst I can use the keyboard and type in applications such as File explorer, Word, Outlook and Excel it does not work on anything else such as Messenger. (This is after I have introduced upgrades for McAfee and Dell products.) I am new to windows 10 and therefore I am a bit of a novice.

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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.

 

Keyboard Not working in Windows 10

Hi,

We would suggest you to update your keyboard driver. To update your keyboard driver, follow the steps below:

• Click the Start button, type "device manager" in the search box, and then select Device Manager.
• In the list of hardware categories, look for Keyboards and then double-click it.
• Click on the Keyboard tab and choose Update Driver, and then follow the instructions.

Let us know how it goes.

 

Keyboard is not working after upgrade to Windows 10.

Hi Stephen,

Please reply to the following questions:

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  Did you try the suggestions posted above?
  
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  Are you facing keyboard issues even after trying the above suggestions?
  

If haven’t tried, I suggest you to please perform the steps suggested in the above posts and check if either helps in resolving the issue.

Write to us with the status of the keyboard issues faced on your PC for further assistance.
Your reply is important for us to ensure we assist you accordingly.



Thank you.