Windows 10: Specific keys on laptop keyboard are failing

The keyboard on my laptop failed to type some keys. I removed one of them and cleaned it but didn't fix. Sometimes they work, but they mostly are failing. The keys that are failing are also in different zones of the keyboard. Assumed it was electronic issue, so replacement is needed. In the meantime tried some workarounds.

I tried Windows' troubleshooting or updating drivers, but to no avail.

I tried Regedit and then Sharpkeys to remap, but it triggers no changes.
I tried UnifiedRemote keyboard but it fails exactly the same as my physical keyboard.

I use on-screen keyboard and it works, but very very cumbersome to type with mouse, obviously....

I am about to buy an external keyboard but am afraid that it will also have the same problem, since UnifiedRemote does.


So it seems the issue is not electronic after all, I was hoping someone could give me some pointers as to what could be the problem, or to help make my remaping work.


I'd aprecite any help in fixing the issue or resolving a workaround like getting Regedit to work, or assurance that the external keyboard will work. I need this keys to be able to work.

I don't know where else to request help...

Thank you in advance.


Windows 10
Asus X556U
European keyboard
Failing keys:

• KeyA
• KeyQ
• Tab
• Backslash
• Digit1
• Numpad0
• fn
• one of the keys is just behaving weirdly...

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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:

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

 

Keyboard shortcut Alt key not working

Hi,



Before we proceed, I need more information to help you better.

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  Since when are you facing this issue?
  
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  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.

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  Windows + Q, type OSK (on-screen keyboard)
  
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  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:

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  Press Windows key +X, select Control panel.
  
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  Change the view by option on the top right to Large icons.
  
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  Click on troubleshooting and click on the view all option on the left panel.
  
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  Run the Hardware and devices troubleshooter.
  

Keep us posted on this issue so that we can assist you better.

 

Can a laptop keyboard be repaired?

Maybe this will help:A key fell off the keyboard. Fixing the problem. | Laptop Repair 101

You can call this company, it seems they carry the keyboards and other parts for Airis. The pictures of the keyboards on the site seem to be generic and not the actual pictures of the individual boards. They list that W15/N840. It is a Espana site:http://www.satportatiles.es/piezas-airis-c-267.html


Goodluck!*Smile