Windows 10: Windows keyboard shortcuts do not work in full screen mode in games.

Discus and support Windows keyboard shortcuts do not work in full screen mode in games. in Windows 10 Gaming to solve the problem; But they work when the game is in windowed mode. Tried with several games/apps in full screen mode.Example of a shortcut:Is there a way to enable these... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Gaming' started by Arsenii Shub, Nov 25, 2023.

  1. Windows keyboard shortcuts do not work in full screen mode in games.


    But they work when the game is in windowed mode. Tried with several games/apps in full screen mode.Example of a shortcut:Is there a way to enable these shortcuts in full screen mode?

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    Arsenii Shub, Nov 25, 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, Nov 25, 2023
    #2
  3. On screen keyboard not working in Windows 10 tablet mode

    Hi Gary,



    Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community. Let me help you.



    I suggest you to perform the following troubleshooting steps and check if it helps. Follow the below steps and check if it helps.


    • Right click on the Task bar and select ShowTouch Keyboard Button.

    • Open the Keyboard and close it (just to check if it’s working).

    • Next click on Action center and select
      Tablet Mode.

    • Once you are in Tablet mode, again Right click on the
      Task bar and select Show Touch Keyboard Button.

    • Open the Key board and check if it’s working in Tablet mode. Next check if it’s available on the task bar in both desktop and tablet mode.


    Hope this information is helpful. For any further query, feel free to contact us.
     
    Aswin_Anand, Nov 25, 2023
    #3
  4. Arun B J Win User

    Windows keyboard shortcuts do not work in full screen mode in games.

    Keyboard shortcuts and key combo stopped working

    Hi,

    I realized your concern and will assist you to resolve the issue.

    I suggest you to follow the methods below and check if it helps.

    Method 1: Try running the Hardware and Devices troubleshooter.

    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.

    Method 2: You may check if the Ctrl 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.

    Your reply is very important for us to ensure a proper resolution. Please get back to us with the above information in order to assist you accordingly.

    Thanks and regards.
     
    Arun B J, Nov 25, 2023
    #4
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