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07-31-2023 03:05 PM
The size of text on my laptop ((Win 11) randomly changes by itself - smaller and bigger. I know how to set in back to normal, but not how to stop it happening. I did try a "fix" I found online but it didn't work. I thought maybe a system restore might help, but can't set one fro
08-03-2023 12:21 PM
Hi @MargDi,
Welcome to the HP Support Community
I understand you are facing an issue with your text size changes by itself - smaller or bigger HP Products. Not to worry I will help you to get a resolution to resolve the issue.
To assist better:
- May I have the exact model name of the product? Refer to this document for steps to find the product details. Do not share any of your personal information such as serial, phone number, email ID, etc.
Hope this helps! Keep me posted.
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A_Gayathri
HP Support Community Administrator.
08-04-2023 07:43 AM - edited 08-04-2023 08:04 AM
Hi @MargDi,
I understand you are facing Text size Automatically increasing and decreasing and keyboard issues with your HP laptop. Not to worry I will help you to get a resolution to resolve the issue.
Please try the following Troubleshoots steps.
1. Turn off the Unit.
2. Disconnect the AC adapter.
3. Remove any discs from the disc drive.
4. Remove memory cards from the card reader slot.
5. Disconnect all nonessential peripheral devices, such as printers, scanners, external hard drives, and USB flash drives.
6. Disconnect the AC adapter press and hold the power button for approximately 15 seconds.
7. Reconnect the AC adapter, and then turn on the computer.
Step 2
Turn off the unit and please press and hold the Windows key + letter B key and the power button together for 30 seconds after 30 seconds, 1st release the power button but keep holding the Windows key and B key for ten more seconds and then release these two keys If done correctly, you will see the display flashing once. Please attempt it thrice as this step and Restart the unit
Step3
The unit has to be turned off, Press Win+ V while holding these two keys then Press the Power button, continue to hold all three keys for 30 seconds and then release the Power button first and then release these two keys Please attempt it thrice and then you may get a Pop-Up CMOS Check and it will restart the unit
Even if you don't get a Pop-up restart the unit manually after 3 attempts.
To assist better:
- Was there any recent update on the PC? May I know if you have made any changes to the unit post that this issue raised
- Are all the drivers on HP Support Assistant up to date?
- If not please follow the document to update the drivers: HP PCs - How to Download, Install, and Use HP Support Assistant (Windows)
While you respond to that please try the below steps:
Update the BIOS & Keyboard drivers to resolve this issue
- Here's the link to download and install the above updates: Click here
If the issue persists, then please follow the steps mentioned in this document: HP PCs - Testing for hardware failures in Windows 10
Hope this helps! Keep me posted.
Please click “Accepted Solution” if you feel my post solved your issue, it will help others find the solution. Click the “Kudos/Thumbs Up" on the bottom right to say “Thanks” for helping!
A_Gayathri
HP Support Community Administrator.
08-10-2023 07:56 AM
Hi @MargDi,
Please check now I am resending the troubleshooting steps troubleshooting
I understand you are facing Text size Automatically increasing and decreasing and keyboard issues with your HP laptop. Not to worry I will help you to get a resolution to resolve the issue.
Please try the following Troubleshoots steps.
1. Turn off the Unit.
2. Disconnect the AC adapter.
3. Remove any discs from the disc drive.
4. Remove memory cards from the card reader slot.
5. Disconnect all nonessential peripheral devices, such as printers, scanners, external hard drives, and USB flash drives.
6. Disconnect the AC adapter press and hold the power button for approximately 15 seconds.
7. Reconnect the AC adapter, and then turn on the computer.
Step 2
Turn off the unit and please press and hold the Windows key + letter B key and the power button together for 30 seconds after 30 seconds, 1st release the power button but keep holding the Windows key and B key for ten more seconds and then release these two keys If done correctly, you will see the display flashing once. Please attempt it thrice as this step and Restart the unit
Step3
The unit has to be turned off, Press Win+ V while holding these two keys then Press the Power button, continue to hold all three keys for 30 seconds and then release the Power button first and then release these two keys Please attempt it thrice and then you may get a Pop-Up CMOS Check and it will restart the unit
Even if you don't get a Pop-up restart the unit manually after 3 attempts.
To assist better:
- Was there any recent update on the PC? May I know if you have made any changes to the unit post that this issue raised
- Are all the drivers on HP Support Assistant up to date?
- If not please follow the document to update the drivers: HP PCs - How to Download, Install, and Use HP Support Assistant (Windows)
While you respond to that please try the below steps:
Update the BIOS & Keyboard drivers to resolve this issue
- Here's the link to download and install the above updates: Click here
If the issue persists, then please follow the steps mentioned in this document: HP PCs - Testing for hardware failures in Windows 10
Hope this helps! Keep me posted.
Please click “Accepted Solution” if you feel my post solved your issue, it will help others find the solution. Click the “Kudos/Thumbs Up" on the bottom right to say “Thanks” for helping!
A_Gayathri
HP Support Community Administrator.