Windows 10: Keys on my laptop keyboard open random applications and doesn't let me type

Discus and support Keys on my laptop keyboard open random applications and doesn't let me type in Windows 10 Customization to solve the problem; Hello, This is my first time posting but I could really use some urgent help. I have windows 10 on my laptop and whenever I try and use the keyboard,... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Customization' started by userkp1, Jun 1, 2021.

  1. userkp1 Win User

    Keys on my laptop keyboard open random applications and doesn't let me type


    Hello, This is my first time posting but I could really use some urgent help. I have windows 10 on my laptop and whenever I try and use the keyboard, the keys open random applications and won't let me type. For example pressing 't' opens the snipping tool and 'n' opens the online get help page on Microsoft edge - I ran the keyboard troubleshooter and it detects no issues.- I have checked my settings and sticky keys are off. - I opened the device manager and uninstalled & restarted the keyboard and it still does not work. When I press ctrl + alt right before I press a letter, it lets me t

    :)
     
    userkp1, Jun 1, 2021
    #1
  2. Nikhar_K Win User

    Random applications opening when pressing any key on the keyboard

    Hi,



    Thank you for writing to Microsoft Community Forums.



    I understand that pressing keys in the keyboard opens random application, we will look into this for you. Please reply to the following questions to help you further:



    • What is the make and model of the computer?
    • Have you tried using an external keyboard?


    In the meantime, you can try the methods mentioned below:



    Disable Sticky and Filter keys:



    You can also try to disable the Sticky keys and Filter keys and see if that helps in resolving the issue. Please follow the steps mentioned below:



    1. Press Windows key + R. This will open
      Run. Alternatively, you can go to Start and search for Run.
    2. Type control and click on
      OK
      . This will open Control Panel.
    3. Click on View by and select
      Large icons
      .
    4. Click on Ease of Access Center.
    5. Click on Make the keyboard easier to use.
    6. Uncheck the checkbox for Turn on Sticky Keys and Turn on Filter Keys.
    7. Click on Apply and OK.


    Disable WindowsInkWorkspace:



    To disable WindowsInkWorkspace, please follow the steps mentioned below:



    Note: Important this section, method, or task contains steps that tell you how to modify the registry. However, serious problems might occur if you modify the registry incorrectly.
    Therefore, make sure that you follow these steps carefully. For added protection, back up the registry before you modify it. Then, you can restore the registry if a problem occurs.




    Follow the steps to take backup of registry.




    1. Press Windows key + R. This will open
      Run. Alternatively, you can go to Start and search for Run.
    2. Type regedit and click on
      OK
      .
    3. Navigate to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\WindowsInkWorkspace
    4. If you don’t find WindowsInkWorkspace key then, right click on
      Microsoft key, click on New and click Key.
    5. Rename the new key as WindowsInkWorkspace.
    6. On the right hand pane, right click select
      New
      , and click on DWORD (32-bit) Value.
    7. Rename the key as AllowWindowsInkWorkspace.
    8. Double click on the value and set the value as
      0
      .
    9. Restart the computer.


    If the issue persists, I suggest you to use an external keyboard and check if you are facing the same issue.



    Please reply with the status of the issue, we will be glad to help you further.



    Nikhar Khare

    Microsoft Community - Moderator
     
    Nikhar_K, Jun 1, 2021
    #2
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    keyboard doesn' t working, it doesn't popup on my nokia lumia 735 after I took windows 10, 10586 version. Please, help!!!
     
    ZelenaVisnja, Jun 1, 2021
    #3
  4. Keys on my laptop keyboard open random applications and doesn't let me type

    Windows 10 Laptop Keyboard Keys Acting Strange

    Hi,

    I realize that you are facing issues with the keyboard on your PC. I will try to help you with this issue.

    Suggest you to plug in an external keyboard to the laptop to check if that helps.

    Further you may also use the onscreen keyboard to check if that helps.

    Follow these steps to launch the On-screen keyboard:


    • Press Windows key + R to get the run window.

    • Type “osk” and hit enter to launch the On-screen keyboard and check if this helps.

    Keep us informed to help you further.

    Thank you.
     
    Srimadhwa B, Jun 1, 2021
    #4
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