Windows key is a very convenient shortcut to open Start Menu and various other apps. Many users often utilize the Win hotkeys, such as Win + E, Win + R and many others.
If this key stops working on your PC, it’s likely due to some registry settings or buggy drivers.
Not being able to utilize the key anymore can be an issue. But there’s no need to panic. you may easily fix this using the solutions we have provided below.
Why is Windows Key Not Working?
Here are the potential reasons for Windows Key not Working on Windows 11:
How to Make Windows Key Work Again?
First, restart your PC and verify if the Windows key starts working again. Then, unplug all other peripherals, especially controllers. This is because the drivers for some of them usually conflict with your keyboard.
If the key still doesn’t function, move on to the possible solutions below:
Check if Window Lock is On
Some keyboards come with the Win Lock key. Pressing this key locks/unlocks the Windows key. Your keyboard should also have an indicator for the Win key status. So check the indicator and press the Win Lock key if it’s locked.
Run Windows Keyboard Troubleshooter
Windows comes with troubleshooters to check and debug issues with your system components. Running the keyboard troubleshooter will fix minor problems with your keys. Follow the steps below to run the tool:
Delete Keyboard Map Registry Entry
you may create registry entries to remap all your keys. If such an entry disables the Window key, you must delete it to reset the keyboard code map. Before that, ensure toback up your registryto account for unforeseen errors. Then, follow the steps below to delete the code map registry entry:
Restart your PC so that your system re-scans another keyboard code map. If you may’t find the Scancode Map entry, move on to the subsequent fixes.
