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05-13-2020 11:09 AM
shift, ctrl and alt keys are not working in my built in keyboard of my gaming laptop. keys on both sides have stopped working. i have re installed drivers several times but it doesn't workout.
05-22-2020 06:35 PM
@rownak000 Did you check if the issue occurs on an external keyboard?
While you respond to that, here's what you need to do:
I recommend you attempt the below steps to identify the cause of the failure and resolve it accordingly:
- Try changing the keyboard layout/language and check if it works: Click here for steps.
- Clean the keyboard with compressed air (blow compressed air in the gaps between keys). This removes some lint and dust.
- Shut down the laptop, remove the battery and cable for a moment, press and hold the start button for 60 seconds
- Replace the battery, restart the notebook,
- if the issue persists, perform an interactive hardware test on the keyboard using the steps mentioned on this link: Click here (look under "Running Component Tests > Keyboard test").
P.S: Welcome to HP Community 😉
Let me know how that pans out,
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have a good day, ahead.
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