Windows 10: Keys randomly change functions

Discus and support Keys randomly change functions in Windows 10 BSOD Crashes and Debugging to solve the problem; The keys on my laptop randomly start doing different things. It's kind of like a shortcut I guess? I tried to press 'T' to talk in a game, but it just... Discussion in 'Windows 10 BSOD Crashes and Debugging' started by Diseased Worm, Nov 2, 2020.

  1. DISEASED WORM
    Diseased Worm Win User

    Keys randomly change functions


    The keys on my laptop randomly start doing different things. It's kind of like a shortcut I guess? I tried to press 'T' to talk in a game, but it just put the game in windowed mode and brought up the taskbar. I restarted my laptop and it's working again, but it will most likely do it again. Is there any way to fix it?

    :)
     
    Diseased Worm, Nov 2, 2020
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  2. ANDRIA MARIA MENDEZ
    Andria Maria Mendez Win User

    alt-key functionality

    Hi Steven,

    Thank you for posting your query on Microsoft Community.

    I suggest you to follow the steps below and check if it helps:

    • Single Click on the file.
    • Tap F2 ( Function Key).
    • Then type the name and enter.
    Hope this answers your query and do let us know if you need further assistance. We will be glad to assist.
     
    Andria Maria Mendez, Nov 2, 2020
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  3. RONALENE MAT
    Ronalene Mat Win User
    Functions of laptop keys have randomly changed.

    Hi,

    Outdated device’s driver and virus and malware are some of the possible reasons why this issue is happening. To better assist you, we would like to ask you a few questions:

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

    Looking forward to your response.
     
    Ronalene Mat, Nov 2, 2020
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  4. ARUL_D
    Arul_D Win User

    Keys randomly change functions

    how to change the Function key settings

    Hi,

    Thank you for replying back with the status of this issue.

    I would suggest you to refer to the following suggestions provided by Try 3 replied on February 15, 2015 and check if it helps.

    How do I change the Function Key settings?

    http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/...07?msgId=09d29b4d-0073-4021-b643-0bf8780d9536

    Hope this would help. If issue still persists post back with current status of your computer and result of the proposed suggestion, we will be happy to assist you.
     
    Arul_D, Nov 2, 2020
    #4
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