Windows 10: My number keys are swapped on my keyboard.

Every time I type in a number key that is not on the numpad, it comes out as a different number. When it's supposed to be 1234567890, it's 1678923450. I tried multiple methods that did not work to fix it.

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keyboard keys are swapped

Hi Brian,

Welcome to Microsoft Community and thank you for your interest in Windows 10.

I understand the inconvenience that you are experiencing. I will definitely assist you.

Based on the description, this issue may occur due to the keyboard driver is outdated. Let’s try simple troubleshooting methods and check if it helps to resolve the issue.

Method 1.

I would suggest you to run the Hardware and devices troubleshooter to diagnose the exact issue. Follow the below steps:

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  Press Windows + X keys on the keyboard and select Control Panel.
  
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  Type Troubleshooting in the search bar on the Control Panel.
  
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  Click on Hardware and sound under Troubleshoot computer problems.
  
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  Click on Hardware and devices under Devices.
  
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  Click on Advanced on the Hardware and devices dialog box and click on Run as administrator (Enter the credentials if required).
  
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  Click on Next and follow onscreen instruction complete the Hardware and devices troubleshooter.
  

If the issue still persist try the below method steps.

Method 2.

I would recommend you to update the keyboard driver manually from device manager and let us know the status.

• 
  Press Windows Key + X and click on
  Device Manager.
  
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  Locate for the Keyboard and expand it.
  
• 
  Right click on the keyboard and click on
  updates.
  

Hope this helps. Post us with the status we will be glad to help you.

 

number two stuck on keyboard

Hi,

Thank you for writing to Microsoft Community Forums.



This issue might be happening because of the faulty device.

1. Since when are you facing this issue?
   
2. Have you recently made any changes on the device?
   
3. What is the make and model number of the device?
   
4. Is this issue happening on Laptop or desktop keyboard?
   
5. Which Operating system is installed on your device?
   
   
   

Step 1: If the issue is causing with the faulty driver, run the Hardware Troubleshooter

1. Click on Start.
   
2. Search for Troubleshoot and click on it.
   
3. Click on Keyboard and Run the troubleshooter.
   

You may also refer the article to
fix issues related to keyboard in Windows.



Step 2: You can also try with “Onscreen keyboard” to check the working of numeric key.

1. Open run command (Windows and R key), type in
   OSK.
   
2. Use the numeric 2 and check the status.
   

If the issue is only with the specific numeric key (Number 2), I suggest you to check with the manufacturer for the further assistance.



Hope it helps.



Muralidhar

Microsoft Community Moderator

 

Weird keyboard problem - keys getting swapped


It's a bit of a long shot, but if you go to Control Panel > Language > Options does it list more than one input method?

If so, maybe it's switching between them, such as between English UK Keyboard and English US keyboard. I use the US keyboard when typing in a different language in order to use accents (à, á, etc.) and I find that it changes between keyboards on its own accord for reasons unknown (Usually you click Win Key + Spacebar to toggle between different keyboard input languages).





Edit: Beaten too it by above poster.