Windows 10: Specific keys not working sometimes

Hello,I have this very annoying problem, where specific keys on my keyboard don't work sometimes. The keys being: p,i,o,r, u and right Shift. Sometimes they don't respond at all for a longer while and then randomly start working again for a moment, sometimes they work totally fine and other times they start working after repetitive pressing. I struggle to write anything and I think I tried all solutions internet offers, like reinstalling the keyboard, trying to update keyboard drivers, troubleshooting, checking for Windows updates. I even tried the sfc scannow and DISM commands and it gave me

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Keyboard shortcut Alt key not working

Hi,



Before we proceed, I need more information to help you better.

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  Since when are you facing this issue?
  
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  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.

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  Windows + Q, type OSK (on-screen keyboard)
  
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  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:

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  Press Windows key +X, select Control panel.
  
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  Change the view by option on the top right to Large icons.
  
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  Click on troubleshooting and click on the view all option on the left panel.
  
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  Run the Hardware and devices troubleshooter.
  

Keep us posted on this issue so that we can assist you better.

 

keyboard key stopped working on specific computer

Hello Carsten, welcome to the Microsoft community, I'll be happy to help you today;

I understand the * key has stopped working;

Are you using a laptop or a desktop?

Do you remember changing the keyboard layout?

When did this problem start?

Is your keyboard a specific model?

Before answering the above questions I suggest you try the following;

Right-click on the start menu and go to Device Manager;

Click (>) Keyboards to expand the section;

Right-click on the first keyboard device and select Uninstall device;

Repeat the process on all devices listed in the section (>) Keyboards;

Then restart the PC;

Check if the key works again;

See you soon!

 

Windows 10 infinite restart black screen


The tutorials provided are just a list of troubleshooting steps. Use only the steps which apply to you.

Since none of the troubleshooting steps here worked, I'd suggest you do a Clean install.

John