Windows 10: Why wont my keyboard work?

Discus and support Why wont my keyboard work? in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; ive tried using device manager to delete and reinstall the keyboard thrice but all it has been saying is " The specified image file did not have the... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by Daniel Lomonaco, Jul 10, 2024.

  1. Why wont my keyboard work?


    ive tried using device manager to delete and reinstall the keyboard thrice but all it has been saying is " The specified image file did not have the correct format, it did not have an initial MZ. " why does it give me error code 39 randomly??

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    Daniel Lomonaco, Jul 10, 2024
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  2. 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, Jul 10, 2024
    #2
  3. 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, Jul 10, 2024
    #3
  4. Jorge Tan Win User

    Why wont my keyboard work?

    Keyboard Not working in Windows 10

    Hi,

    We would suggest you to update your keyboard driver. To update your keyboard driver, follow the steps below:

    • Click the Start button, type "device manager" in the search box, and then select Device Manager.
    • In the list of hardware categories, look for Keyboards and then double-click it.
    • Click on the Keyboard tab and choose Update Driver, and then follow the instructions.

    Let us know how it goes.
     
    Jorge Tan, Jul 10, 2024
    #4
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