Windows 10: Keyboard types " instead of @. Why?

Discus and support Keyboard types " instead of @. Why? in Windows 10 Drivers and Hardware to solve the problem; Everytime I type @, " appears and vice versa. How do I rectify this? Thanks.... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Drivers and Hardware' started by KumarMuthiah, Apr 12, 2019.

  1. Keyboard types " instead of @. Why?


    Everytime I type @, " appears and vice versa. How do I rectify this? Thanks.

    :)
     
    KumarMuthiah, Apr 12, 2019
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  2. Darshan J Win User

    When numlock is on, my desktop keyboard types numbers instead of letters

    Hello Vicky,

    Please help us with the below information to help you better.

    • What is the make and model of your laptop?
    This issue might occur if function key in the keyboard is enabled. So as an initial steps, I suggest you to check for the function key in the key board and make sure that it is not enabled.

    If the issue still persists you can run Hardware troubleshooter and check if it helps.

    Suggest you to follow the steps below and run the
    Hardware and Device
    troubleshooter and check if it helps.

    • Type “Troubleshooting” on the search bar.
    • Click on troubleshooting, then click on “Hardware and sound”.
    • Under Hardware and sound, click on “hardware and devices”.
    • A pop-up will appear, click on the “Next" button and your hardware troubleshooting will start.
    Please do let us know if you need further assistance, we’ll be glad to assist you.
     
    Darshan J, Apr 12, 2019
    #2
  3. Typing, keyboard

    Hi,

    There could be some reasons why you're having a problem with your keyboard. To better assist you, we would like to ask you a few questions:

    • Have you made any recent changes on your PC prior to this issue?
    • Did you encounter any error messages?
    • When did the issue begin?
    • What troubleshooting steps have you tried so far?

    Meanwhile, we suggest scanning your PC using an antivirus program and check if this step will resolve the issue.

    We'll keep an eye out for your response.
     
    Ronalene Mat, Apr 12, 2019
    #3
  4. Keyboard types " instead of @. Why?

    How do I change the default keyboard from handwriting to typing on Windows 10

    Hi Paul,

    We appreciate you for being part of Windows 10.

    Before proceeding, we need to know more information to help you better.

    • What is the make and model of your computer?
    • Have you enabled the tablet mode settings on Windows 10?

    Kindly follow the below steps and check if it helps.

    Step 1: Turn off on screen keyboard

    • Open Start menu, type Settings in search bar and click on Settings.
    • Click on Ease of access and select keyboard.
    • Turn off the on screen keyboard.

    Step 2: Turn off tablet mode

    I suggest you to turn off tablet mode, as it may also be the cause for the issue.

    • Open Start menu, type tablet mode settings in search bar and click on it.
    • Turn off the tablet mode option and check if it helps.

    Reference: I suggest you to refer the below link and check if it helps.

    Change your language or keyboard

    http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-8/add-language-keyboard

    The steps applies for Windows 10 also.

    I hope the above information helps. Kindly let us know if you need any further assistance with Windows. We are glad to assist you.

    Thank you.
     
    Kiran Kishore, Apr 12, 2019
    #4
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