Windows 10: my keyboard layout seems to have changed ie the # has moved

Discus and support my keyboard layout seems to have changed ie the # has moved in Windows 10 Customization to solve the problem; I have recently updated to windows 10. But my keyboard layout seems to have changed ie the # has moved to the numer3 key for example. Ho w can I get it... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Customization' started by CoralVernon, Nov 16, 2018.

  1. my keyboard layout seems to have changed ie the # has moved


    I have recently updated to windows 10. But my keyboard layout seems to have changed ie the # has moved to the numer3 key for example. Ho w can I get it back to my usual qwerty settings

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    CoralVernon, Nov 16, 2018
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  2. Keyboard always changes the layout

    Hi Michael,

    I suggest you to follow the steps from this article and check:

    Change the default keyboard layout or input method

    https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/17424/windows-change-keyboard-layout

    Note: Applies to windows 10 as well.

    Please get back to us with the results of the issue in regards with
    keyboard layout and any other questions you might have regarding Windows operating systems. We are happy to assist.

    Regards,

    Guru Kiran
     
    Guru Kiran G, Nov 16, 2018
    #2
  3. Changing the keyboard layout

    Hello,

    Thank you for keeping us posted.

    As per the description, I understand that you are experiencing issue changing the keyboard layout in Windows 10 on the system.

    I certainly understand your concern and will try my best to help you.

    I really appreciate all your efforts in trying to fix the issue.

    I would suggest you to refer to the suggestions provided by
    “Rajesh Govind” replied on October 13, 2014 in the following Microsoft Community link.

    How to change the keyboard layout on Windows 10 TP?

    Also, I would suggest you to refer to the article given below and check if that helps.

    Change your keyboard layout

    http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/change-keyboard-layout#1TC=windows-7

    Note: The above steps holds good for Windows 10 as well.

    I hope this information is helpful.

    Please do let us know if you need any further assistance, we will be glad to assist you.

    Thank you.

    Jayant
     
    Jayant Gupta, Nov 16, 2018
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  4. Arun B J Win User

    my keyboard layout seems to have changed ie the # has moved

    Windows 10 "Update" Changed keyboard layout on welcome screen and I can't change it back.

    Hi,



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


    • How many keyboard language have you installed?
    If you have installed more than 1 keyboard language in your system, then I suggest you to remove the keyboard language other than default language and check if it helps.

    Follow the steps to remove the language.


    • Open Control panel.

    • Click on language.

    • Select the language and click on remove option at the top.


    And also refer the link below and check if it helps.

    https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/17424/windows-change-keyboard-layout



    Keep us posted on this issue so that we can assist you better.
     
    Arun B J, Nov 16, 2018
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