Windows 10: my prtsn key wont work

Discus and support my prtsn key wont work in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; last night the key worked until this morning it didnt i cant screeenshot and the snipping tool dont help at all... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by kathrina c, Jun 2, 2025 at 11:27 PM.

  1. my prtsn key wont work


    last night the key worked until this morning it didnt i cant screeenshot and the snipping tool dont help at all

    :)
     

  2. Equals Key Wont Work

    We suggest that you update the keyboard driver. You may follow the steps below:

    • Press Windows logo + X key on the keyboard.
    • Select Device Manager.
    • Expand Keyboards.
    • Click on the driver and click on Update Driver Software.
    • Click on Next and follow the steps in the wizard that appears.

    Keep us posted.
     
    Michael Gall, Jun 2, 2025 at 11:35 PM
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  3. 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.
     
  4. Arun B J Win User

    my prtsn key wont work

    my windos apps wont work

    Hi,

    Thank you for your reply.



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

    Are you getting any error message? If yes, what is the error message?

    I would suggest you to run the inbuilt windows app troubleshooter and check if it helps.

    • Press Windows Key +X.
    • Click Control Panel.
    • Select Troubleshooting.
    • On the left pane, click on View All.
    • Click on Windows Store app to run the troubleshooter and follow the on-screen instructions.
    If the issue persist, I suggest you to reset Windows Store cache abd check. Follow the steps:

    • Press Windows Key+ R.
    • Type wsreset.exe and hit
      Enter
      .


    Hope this helps. If the issue remains unresolved, please get back to us and we would be happy to help
     
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