Ctrl + F is a handy shortcut that lets you find words or phrases instantly in your document. But this feature ceases to work sometimes and hinders your ability to search quickly.
The Find shortcut can stop working anytime. For instance, you press Ctrl + F to search for a word document in Microsoft Word, but the Find dialog box does not appear.
Most of the time, the issue can occur due to a faulty keyboard. But, many software errors are also liable in some cases.
Causes for Ctrl F Not Working
How to Fix Ctrl F Not Working
While there may be several reasons why your Ctrl + F command is not working, we are not able to offer a specific solution. However, we’ve listed 12 troubleshooting methods that may help you solve your problem.
So, let’s get right into it.
Perform a Hardware Check
You should perform a basic hardware check before moving to other fixes. Dirt and debris from your hands can easily get into the keyboard as you use it. Other foreign bodies can also get under the keys and make them defective.
you may alsoclean keys using a cotton swabor a lint-free cloth. We recommend you use isopropyl alcohol for damping the cloth. If you can manage a compressed air duster, use it to clean the keyboards.
You have two Ctrl keys on your keyboard, on the left and right of the keyboard. Try using both of them with the F key, and you may figure out which key is causing the issue.
Enable the Sticky Keys Feature
Sticky keys is an ease of access feature provided by Windows, allowing you to utilize the shortcuts more easily when enabled. For example, if you need to press Ctrl + F, you may press Ctrl, release it and then press the F key. No need to keep holding the Ctrl key before pressing F.
If you have a problem holding one key before pressing another, enable the sticky key feature.
Re-register or Repair the Active Accessibility Core Component
