Windows 10: windows key is not working while pressing on keyboard only

Discus and support windows key is not working while pressing on keyboard only in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; Hi, I've been facing the following issue on my system - I'm unable to launch the Windows menu by clicking the Windows button on the keyboard. I can... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by Hashiq Hussain, Oct 15, 2023.

  1. windows key is not working while pressing on keyboard only


    Hi, I've been facing the following issue on my system - I'm unable to launch the Windows menu by clicking the Windows button on the keyboard. I can launch the menu using the mouse click only. when I play a video and click the Windows key the video pauses which means the button is not damaged. please help me to fix Thank you

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    Hashiq Hussain, Oct 15, 2023
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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, Oct 15, 2023
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  3. Keyboard Volume Keys not working while in-game

    I happen to have used the Tt Challenger Pro keyboard in the past, and the volume keys worked flawlessly in every game, so it's indeed a weird problem. I would suggest the same thing sneekypeet suggested, using the keyboard software and assign this function to a hotkey, but you said that didn't work either, so yeah...
     
    George_o/c, Oct 15, 2023
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  4. windows key is not working while pressing on keyboard only

    Keyboard volume keys not working properly after upgrade to Win10

    Hi,

    Sorry for the delay in replying.

    Uninstall and reinstall the Keyboard driver from manufacturer’s website.

    Follow these steps to Uninstall Keyboard driver.


    • Press Windows key + X to select Device Manager.

    • Search for Keyboard driver and expand it.

    • Right click on the Keyboard driver and select Uninstall.

    • Follow the onscreen directions to complete the process and restart the computer.

    Further, I suggest you to download the latest keyboard drivers from the manufacturer’s website.

    Keep us informed to help you further.
     
    Srimadhwa B, Oct 15, 2023
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