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title: "What to do if your keyboard is not working?"  
description: "What to do if your keyboard is not working?"  
author: "Erick Wilsom"  
published: 2024-01-01  
updated: 2024-01-02  
canonical: https://answers.mindstick.com/qa/108654/what-to-do-if-your-keyboard-is-not-working  
category: "troubleshooting"  
tags: ["troubleshooting"]  
reading_time: 1 minute  

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# What to do if your keyboard is not working?



## Answers

### Answer by Saumya Mishra

## Basic Checks:

- **Restart:** Reboot your device. This re-initializes everything and might just solve the glitch.
- **Connection:** For wired keyboards, ensure it's firmly plugged in. Try different ports or a different [computer](https://www.mindstick.com/news/2637/the-keychron-q10-is-a-great-mainstream-alice-keyboard). For wireless, check batteries and connection strength.
- **Cleanliness:** Gently shake the keyboard upside down (off and unplugged!) to dislodge crumbs. Use compressed air and a soft cloth to clean between keys.

[**Software**](https://www.mindstick.com/products) **Tweaks:**

- **Drivers:** Outdated or faulty keyboard drivers can [cause problems](https://answers.mindstick.com/qa/94662/can-google-chrome-updates-cause-problems-issues). Update or reinstall them through your device manager.
- **Settings:** Look for special [keyboard settings](https://answers.mindstick.com/qa/109524/how-to-alternate-keyboard-settings-in-windows-10) like sticky keys or filter keys. Disable them if accidentally enabled.
- **[Troubleshoot](https://www.mindstick.com/articles/85595/how-to-troubleshoot-when-your-floating-pond-fountain-is-not-working-properly):** Most [operating systems](https://www.mindstick.com/articles/332551/operating-systems-trends-and-innovations-in-2023) have built-in [keyboard](https://www.mindstick.com/articles/95849/5-must-read-pro-tips-to-buy-a-wireless-keyboard) troubleshooters. Run them to diagnose and potentially [fix the issue](https://answers.mindstick.com/qa/94907/how-can-i-fix-the-issue-of-random-pages-turning-blank-on-a-pdf-file-on-adobe-reader-dc).

## Advanced Fixes:

- **On-screen Keyboard:** Most devices have an on-screen keyboard as a temporary backup. Look for it in your [accessibility](https://www.mindstick.com/blog/304975/why-image-alt-text-matters-for-seo-and-accessibility) settings.
- **[External Keyboard](https://answers.mindstick.com/qa/108848/what-if-your-laptop-is-not-recognizing-an-external-keyboard):** Borrow a friend's keyboard to confirm if it's a hardware issue with your own.
- **Professional Help:** If none of the above works, it might be time to visit a technician or contact your device manufacturer for further assistance.


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