My ctrl+tab shortcut is not working

[Priyal_04]

it was working till 2 days ago but from 2 days this ctrl+tab shortcut is not working and this is used shortcut for me in routine 

[Max3Aj]

Hi @Priyal_04, Welcome to HP Support Community!

We noticed that this thread hasn't had any updates in a while since your original post; while this is rare, we didn't want this post to remain unanswered, so, here's the solution to your query. We hope it helps you and everyone viewing this post 😊

I understand that your Ctrl+Tab shortcut, which is commonly used to switch tabs in browsers and apps, is no longer working on your HP 15.6" Laptop PC 15-e2000 (2J4V9AV) running Windows 11. Since it was working until two days ago, let’s go through a few steps to troubleshoot and restore its functionality.

Check if the issue is app-specific

• Try using Ctrl+Tab in different apps:
  • Web browsers (Chrome, Edge, Firefox)
  • File Explorer (if multiple tabs are open)
  • Notepad++ or other tabbed apps
• If it works in some apps but not others, the issue may be app-specific. Try restarting or reinstalling the affected app.

Test the Ctrl and Tab keys individually

• Open Notepad and press:
  • Ctrl → Does it trigger any shortcut (e.g., Ctrl+S)?
  • Tab → Does it insert a tab space?
• If either key doesn’t respond, the physical keyboard may be the issue.

Check for stuck modifier keys or accessibility settings

• Go to Settings > Accessibility > Keyboard
• Turn Sticky Keys and Filter Keys OFF
• Also check Ease of Access Center in Control Panel

Update or reinstall keyboard drivers

• Press Win + X → Select Device Manager
• Expand Keyboards → Right-click your keyboard → Choose Uninstall device
• Restart your laptop to reinstall the driver automatically

Check for recent Windows updates or app changes

• Go to Settings > Windows Update > Update History
• If any updates were installed 2 days ago, they might have affected input behavior
• You can try uninstalling the update or performing a System Restore to a point before the issue started

Try an external USB keyboard

• If Ctrl+Tab works on an external keyboard, the built-in keyboard may be faulty

HP Notebook PCs - Keyboard troubleshooting (Windows) | HP® Support

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Max3Aj