Windows 10: Unresponsive keyboard keys

Discus and support Unresponsive keyboard keys in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; Hi, Im a owner of HP Omen 15, however a few keys namely: backspace, start, delete, plus+ turned unresponsive. Here are the things i tried out but in... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by Winter ., Aug 8, 2023.

  1. Winter . Win User

    Unresponsive keyboard keys


    Hi, Im a owner of HP Omen 15, however a few keys namely: backspace, start, delete, plus+ turned unresponsive. Here are the things i tried out but in vain:Uninstalled and reinstalled keyboard driversExternal USB keyboard worked flawlessly so perhaps hardware issueCleaned the internals of the keys after taking them outWindows updated to latest version None resolved this issue as such, any form of help/advice/guidance would be truly helpful. Thanks.

    :)
     
    Winter ., Aug 8, 2023
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  2. John Fer Win User

    Unresponsive Mouse and Keyboard in Windows 10

    Hi,

    One reason why your mouse and keyboard is not working is because of an outdated driver. We suggest that you update the mouse and keyboard driver by following the steps below:

    • Pres Windows+X key on your keyboard.
    • Select Device Manager.
    • Locate the mouse and keyboard drivers, right click, then click on Update.

    If you need further assistance, don't hesitate to reach out.
     
    John Fer, Aug 8, 2023
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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.
     
    Arun B J, Aug 8, 2023
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  4. John Vil Win User

    Unresponsive keyboard keys

    Keyboard unresponsive after update to Windows 10 version 1073

    Hi,

    One possible reason why your keyboard is slow and unresponsive after an update may be due to driver incompatibility. As an initial recommendation, we suggest that you run the Hardware and Devices troubleshooter to resolve this issue. Kindly follow the steps
    below:

    • Type Troubleshooting in Cortana's search field and press
      Enter.
    • Click on View All in the top left corner.
    • Click on Hardware and Devices from the list and follow the prompts.

    Let us know if you will need further assistance.
     
    John Vil, Aug 8, 2023
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