Displaying 'caps lock on/off'

[Sneha14]

My computer is displaying 'caps lock on/off'. I tried using windows + r and using regedit, but the required file isn't there. I also looked in control centre and settings and there's nothing to toggle this.

[Sneha_01]

Hi @Sneha14,

Welcome to HP Support Community.

Thank you for posting your query, I will be glad to help you.

It sounds like you're dealing with an issue where your computer continuously displays a notification about the Caps Lock being turned on or off. If the typical methods for disabling such notifications through the registry editor or settings haven't worked, here are some steps you can try to resolve the issue:

Check Keyboard Software:

• If you are using a laptop or a specific brand of keyboard, it might have its own software controlling these notifications. Check the manufacturer’s utility software installed on your PC. For instance, HP laptops might use HP software for keyboard settings.

Update Keyboard Drivers:

• Sometimes, outdated or corrupted drivers can cause issues with how inputs are handled and displayed. Try updating the keyboard drivers:
  1. Open Device Manager (you can search for it in the Start Menu).
  2. Expand the "Keyboards" section, right-click your keyboard, and select "Update driver".
  3. Choose "Search automatically for updated driver software" and follow the prompts.

Check Accessibility Settings:

• Windows has accessibility features that might affect keyboard notifications:
  1. Go to Settings → Ease of Access → Keyboard.
  2. Look for any settings that could be related to notifications or alerts and adjust them.

Scan for Malware:

• Occasionally, malware might interfere with system settings. Run a full system scan using your antivirus software to rule out the possibility of malware causing erratic behavior.

System Restore:

• If you noticed this issue started after a particular software installation or system change, using System Restore to go back to a previous state before the problem occurred might resolve it.

Windows Update:

• Check for Windows updates, as a recent update might contain fixes for your issue:
  1. Go to Settings → Update & Security → Windows Update.
  2. Click "Check for updates"

I hope this helps.

Take care and have a good day.

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Rachel571

HP Support