KEYBOARD OPENS RANDOM APPS WHILE PRESSING ANY KEY

[Skr29]

KEYBOARD OPENS RANDOM APPS WHILE PRESSING ANY KEY

[Kuroi_Kenshi]

Hi @Skr29,

Welcome to the HP Support Community! 

Thanks for reaching out about your query regarding Keyboard malfunction!  

We're thrilled to have the opportunity to assist you and provide a solution.

If your HP Laptop - 14s-er0002tu keyboard is opening random apps when pressing keys, it could be due to one of the following issues:

Possible Causes & Fixes:

1. Sticky Keys / Filter Keys Issue

• Go to Settings → Accessibility → Keyboard
• Turn OFF "Sticky Keys," "Filter Keys," and "Toggle Keys."

2. Keyboard Layout or Language Issue

• Go to Settings → Time & Language → Language & Region
• Ensure English (US/UK) or your preferred language is selected.
• Click on Keyboard Options and remove any unwanted layouts.

3. Keyboard Driver Issue

• Right-click on the Start Menu → Device Manager
• Expand Keyboards → Right-click your keyboard → Uninstall Device
• Restart your laptop; Windows should reinstall the driver automatically.

4. External Keyboard Test

• Connect an external USB keyboard.
• If the external keyboard works fine, the built-in keyboard may be faulty.

5. Check for Malware or Corrupt Files

• Run Windows Security (Windows Defender) and scan for malware.
• Open Command Prompt (Admin) and type: sfc /scannow
• This will scan and repair corrupt system files.

6. Perform a Clean Boot

• Type msconfig in Run (Win + R) → System Configuration
• Under Services, check Hide all Microsoft services, then click Disable all.
• Under Startup, open Task Manager and disable all unnecessary apps.
• Restart and check if the issue persists.

Let me know what worked for you! 😊

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Best regards,