Windows 10: Windows Key not functioning Not opening start menu, Winkey shortcuts not working

Discus and support Windows Key not functioning Not opening start menu, Winkey shortcuts not working in Windows 10 Drivers and Hardware to solve the problem; The Winkey still works in the On-Screen Keyboard, I have resolved this issue before so I know it's not the result of physical damage.I've tried the... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Drivers and Hardware' started by Calipha Turney, Aug 13, 2021.

  1. CALIPHA TURNEY
    Calipha Turney Win User

    Windows Key not functioning Not opening start menu, Winkey shortcuts not working


    The Winkey still works in the On-Screen Keyboard, I have resolved this issue before so I know it's not the result of physical damage.I've tried the Device Manager method, the Powershell method, the Regedit method, the CMD method, Windows update- nothing seems to work, my Winkey does nothing when I press it- as stated above I have resolved this issue in the distant past so this isn't a physical defect but unfortunately I am unaware of the method I used.

    :)
     
    Calipha Turney, Aug 13, 2021
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  2. YATINTYAGI
    YatinTyagi Win User

    winkey or windows key is not working

    winkey is not starting start menu shortcuts are working like win + E, win + g, etc but menu is not opening.
     
    YatinTyagi, Aug 13, 2021
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  3. ISABEL
    Isabel Win User
    Shortcuts Winkey+V for notification doesn't work


    According to the shortcut keys list, Winkey+V can Cycle
    through notifications.
    There is a lot of notifications in my action center, but there is no reaction after press Winkey+V on desktop or Winkey+A first then Winkey+V.
    I have no idea how this shortcut key works.
     
    Isabel, Aug 13, 2021
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  4. ARMADILLOHEAD02
    ArmadilloHead02 Win User

    Windows Key not functioning Not opening start menu, Winkey shortcuts not working

    shortcut key

    Hi Devanshu,

    To get a shortcut key for the calculator, go to your desktop and then follow these steps for Windows 10

    1. Open the start menu

    2. Navigate to calculator in the apps list on the left hand side of the start menu

    3. Click and drag the calculator app to your desktop

    4. Right-click on calculator and open properties

    5. In properties there should be an option to add a shortcut key
     
    ArmadilloHead02, Aug 13, 2021
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