Windows 10: Keyboard stopped registering more than 2 keys at once (Windows 10)

Discus and support Keyboard stopped registering more than 2 keys at once (Windows 10) in Windows 10 Drivers and Hardware to solve the problem; After a windows update, my keyboard which used to be able to hold several keys at a time now won't do more than 2. I've looked into this but the only... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Drivers and Hardware' started by Widesalmon, Feb 10, 2021.

  1. Keyboard stopped registering more than 2 keys at once (Windows 10)


    After a windows update, my keyboard which used to be able to hold several keys at a time now won't do more than 2. I've looked into this but the only information I find is about keyboards that were built with this limitation, rather than my issue which just started happening one day. As one can expect, this makes gaming significantly harder, if not unplayable with some rhythm games. At one point, I decided to reset my laptop using windows Fresh Start, which made the issue go away for a few days, until it started again one day. My best guess as to what caused things to change is a windows update I'd had the night before, because I know I didn't mess with any settings. I've also reinstalled keyboard drivers, but can try again if needed. Anyone know what might be causing this?

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    Widesalmon, Feb 10, 2021
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  2. 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, Feb 10, 2021
    #2
  3. Arun B J Win User
    Keyboard shortcuts and key combo stopped working

    Hi,

    I realized your concern and will assist you to resolve the issue.

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

    Method 1: Try running the Hardware and Devices troubleshooter.

    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.

    Method 2: You may check if the Ctrl 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.

    Your reply is very important for us to ensure a proper resolution. Please get back to us with the above information in order to assist you accordingly.

    Thanks and regards.
     
    Arun B J, Feb 10, 2021
    #3
  4. Robert427 Win User

    Keyboard stopped registering more than 2 keys at once (Windows 10)

    PS2 Keyboard not registering either parenthesis key

    I have a Z170 chipset motherboard with a keyboard PS2 connector. I have several IBM Model M PS2 keyboards that recently stopped registering both the left and right parenthesis keystrokes. All other special characters work. The parenthesis keys DO work
    in the DOS window for Command Prompt. I do not know when this behavior started but it would have been recently.

    I have tried all of the following with no success:

    1. Turning on and off Filter Keys

    2. Removing the PS2 keyboard, both HID Devices in the Device Manager and then scanning for new hardware

    I am at a loss but it is a Windows 10 issue as can be seen by the issue is repeatable with multiple PS2 keyboards and is not an issue in the DOS Command Prompt box. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

    Thanks,

    Robert
     
    Robert427, Feb 10, 2021
    #4
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