Settings<\/code>, then hit Enter<\/code>.<\/li>\n- Select Update & Security<\/em>.<\/li>\n
- Go to the left bar menu and click Windows Update.<\/em><\/li>\n
- Click the Check for Updates<\/em>\u00a0button.
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\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/li>\n- If updates are available, click Install Now<\/em>.<\/li>\n
- Restart your computer and check if the keyboard typing wrong letters persists.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n\tNote<\/div>\r\n\tSome users complained that the issue had happened after they had installed certain Windows 10 updates. In this case, you should identify and uninstall the updates which caused the keyboard problems. You can also revert to the previous version of your OS<\/a><\/p>\n
.<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n
\n\ud83d\udccc Related: <\/strong>How to Manually Check and Install Windows Updates<\/a><\/p>\n
\nMethod 2: Checking Your Language Settings<\/h3>\n
It\u2019s also possible that you\u2019ve unknowingly changed the language settings of your computer. Addressing this can eliminate your keyboard issues. Here\u2019s how to do it:<\/p>\n
\n- Go to the icon tray and click Search<\/em>.<\/li>\n
- Type
control panel<\/code>, then press Enter<\/code>.<\/li>\n- Select Clock, Language, and Region.<\/em><\/li>\n
- Click Language<\/em>.<\/li>\n
- On the left bar menu, click Advanced Settings.<\/em><\/li>\n
- Find the Override on Default Input Method<\/em>\u00a0area.
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\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/li>\n- Click the drop-down menu and choose your preferred language.<\/li>\n
- Go to the Override for Windows display language<\/em>\u00a0section.<\/li>\n
- Click the drop-down list and change the language to your preferred one.<\/li>\n
- \u00a0Press OK<\/em>, then restart your PC.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n\tNote<\/div>\r\n\tIf your preferred language is not available in the options, you have to download the pack by following the steps below:<\/p>\n
\n- Click the Search<\/em>\u00a0<\/em>icon on the taskbar.<\/li>\n
- Type
region and language<\/code>, then press Enter<\/code>.<\/li>\n- Under Languages<\/em>, click Add a Language.<\/em><\/li>\n
- Once you\u2019ve downloaded the corresponding language pack, you can follow the steps above to change your default language.<\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n\ud83d\udccc Related: <\/strong>How to Fix Windows Key Not Working on Windows 10 and 11<\/a><\/p>\n
\nMethod 3: Checking the Settings for AutoCorrect<\/h3>\n
If you\u2019ve tried changing the language settings and the error persists, you can check if AutoCorrect<\/a> is properly set up.\u00a0 This solution is ideal if specific keys won\u2019t work on Word but function correctly on other programs and apps.\u00a0 Here are the steps you should follow:<\/p>\n\n- Launch Word<\/em>.<\/li>\n
- Go to the File<\/em> tab, then click Options<\/em>.<\/li>\n
- On the left bar menu, click Proofing<\/em>.
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\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/li>\n- Click the AutoCorrect Options<\/em>\u00a0button.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Check whether there are entries that convert certain functions and letter keys into special characters or numbers. If such is the case, then choose and delete that entry.<\/p>\n
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AutoCorrect Options<\/em> button \" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\nAfter, check to see if the Windows keyboard not typing letters has been resolved.<\/p>\n
Method 4: Uninstalling Your Keyboard Drivers<\/h3>\n
In some cases, reinstalling the keyboard driver fixes the problem. You can do this by following the instructions below:<\/p>\n
\n- Click the Search<\/em> icon on the taskbar.<\/li>\n
- Type
device manager<\/code>, then hit Enter<\/code>.
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\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/li>\n- Look for the keyboard driver, then right-click it.<\/li>\n
- Choose Uninstall<\/em>\u00a0from the shortcut menu.
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\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/li>\n- Restart your computer. Your PC should automatically reinstall the keyboard driver.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n\ud83d\udccc Also read: <\/strong>How to Check if My Drivers Are Up to Date on Windows 10 PC?<\/a><\/p>\n
\nUse Auslogics Driver Updater<\/strong><\/p>\n\r\n \r\n ![\"Auslogics-Driver-Updater-scanning-hardware-and-drivers\"]()
\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\nAs you can see, this process is quite tedious and complicated. We recommend fixing your faulty keyboard drivers using Auslogics Driver Updater<\/a>.<\/p>\nThis reliable tool will automatically identify malfunctioning and outdated drivers in your computer.<\/p>\n
It\u2019ll search for the latest manufacturer-recommended versions and install them accordingly, but before will perform the backup of your drivers As such, you can prevent any damages that may happen if you would install driver versions by manual method<\/p>\n
After the update, check if the keyboard is typing wrong keys.<\/p>\n
\nRelated: <\/strong>Auslogics Driver Updater: New Drivers in One Click!<\/a><\/p>\n
\nMethod 5: Running the Keyboard Troubleshooter<\/h3>\n
One of the best things about Windows 10 is its built-in troubleshooting tool dedicated to helping users fix Windows keyboard not typing letters.<\/p>\n
You can also use this program to resolve your keyboard issues. Just follow the instructions below:<\/p>\n
\n- Click the Search<\/em> icon on the taskbar.<\/li>\n
- Type
settings<\/code>, then press Enter<\/code>.<\/li>\n- Choose Update & Security.<\/em><\/li>\n
- Go to the left bar menu and select Troubleshoot<\/em>.<\/li>\n
- Scroll down until you find the keyboard troubleshooter.
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\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/li>\n- Select it, then click the Run the Troubleshooter<\/em>\u00a0button.<\/li>\n
- Wait for the tool to complete the scanning process. Follow the on-screen instructions for troubleshooting.<\/li>\n
- Restart your PC and check if the issue has been resolved.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
After, check to see if the laptop keyboard typing wrong letters has been resolved.<\/p>\n
\r\n\tFix this issue quickly<\/div>\r\n You can try using a safe and totally free tool developed by the Auslogics team of experts.<\/div>\r\n\tA few simple steps to troubleshoot the issue:<\/div>\r\n\t\r\n \tDownload the tiny Auslogics TroubleShooter tool.<\/div>\r\n \tRun the application (no installation is needed).<\/div>\r\n \tThe app will check for the issue mentioned in the article. When the scan is done, check that this is the issue you were looking to solve and click \u2018Apply now\u2019 to apply the recommended fix.<\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n You can use the app to troubleshoot other malfunctions for free by simply typing in a brief description of the issue your PC is experiencing. Or you can scan your PC for performance issues using the My Scanner tab.<\/div>\r\n \r\n Download for Free<\/a>\r\n Developed for
Windows 10\/11 (8, 7, Vista, XP)<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n \r\n\t\tPlease review EULA<\/a> \r\n\t\tand Privacy Policy<\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\n
\nAlso Read: <\/strong>Windows Update Troubleshooter: Fixing Windows Update Issues<\/a><\/p>\n
\nMethod 6: Make Sure the NumLock is Turned Off<\/h3>\n
Maybe there\u2019s nothing wrong with your keyboard. You may have just forgotten to turn off the NumLock key. In this case, you only have to press the NumLock key<\/a>.<\/p>\nOnce you\u2019ve done this, check whether your keyboard is typing the correct characters.<\/p>\n
Method 7: Remove Viruses, Malware, and other Threats<\/h3>\n
Can your keyboard get malware? This is one of the questions a community member asked on Microsoft Community. According to the Independent Advisor<\/a>, it\u2019s possible even though it\u2019s rare.<\/p>\nRemember that keyloggers are common and may even modify your keyboard settings. In general, malware like these is typically undetected.<\/p>\n
\n\ud83d\udccc Also read: <\/strong>Signs of Malware: How to Know if Your Computer is Infected<\/a><\/p>\n
\nHowever, they can trigger various keyboard problems. You have to keep your computer free from such threats.<\/p>\n
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\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\nYou can use the built-in Windows security tool or opt for a more comprehensive program like Auslogics Anti-Malware<\/a>. Let the software scan your computer for viruses, malware, and other threats.<\/p>\nOnce you\u2019ve removed keyloggers from your system, you can expect your keyboard to function properly again. Check to see if the keyboard is typing wrong keys.<\/p>\n
\r\n\tDid You Know: <\/div>\r\n\t<\/p>\nA team of researchers from British universities has created a deep learning model that can steal data from microphone-recorded keyboard strokes<\/a> with an outstanding 95% accuracy rate using a microphone. This means hackers can steal your data using your keyboard. That\u2019s why we recommend using Auslogics Anti-Malware<\/a> to secure your computer always.<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\n
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