Without a fully functional keyboard, using a computer is difficult. When your Windows 10/11 PC’s keyboard is not functioning, all or some keys might stop working. If the common fixes like reconnecting the keyboard (applies only to external keyboard), restarting the computer, changing keyboard settings, and running the built-in keyboard troubleshooter could not solve the […]
3 Ways To Disable The CapsLock Key In Windows 10/11
Do you often activate the CapsLock key on your keyboard accidentally? Want to completely disable the CapsLock key on your Windows 10/11 PC? Here are three ways to disable the CapsLock key in Windows 10/11. Before we tell you how to disable the CapsLock key, it is important to note that Windows 10 and 11 […]
Turn On or Off Caps Lock & Num Lock Sound & Visual Notifications In Windows 10
On most physical keyboards, the Caps lock key size is relatively large. Because of its size and convenient position, we often inadvertently press the Caps lock key. We notice that the Caps lock is turned on only after typing a couple of letters if not words. Luckily, Windows 10 offers a way to enable sound […]
Check Mouse And Keyboard Battery Level In Windows 10
Most of the Bluetooth devices come with their software to change default actions and provide information about the device’s battery status as well. For instance, I have installed Logitech SetPoint software to know the exact status and change default button actions of Performance MX mouse (MR0007), which I bought a few years ago (an excellent […]
Wake PC From Sleep Using Keyboard And Mouse In Windows 10
Waking the computer from sleep mode is fairly easy. You just need to press any key on the keyboard or move the mouse (on a laptop, move fingers on the trackpad) to wake the computer. But on some computers running Windows 10, you cannot wake the PC using keyboard or mouse. We need to press […]
How To Open Keyboard Settings In Windows 10
There has been a dedicated mouse settings dialog box in Windows operating system for a long time. We can install new mouse cursors, change default mouse cursor, adjust mouse wheel speed, change the click-speed, adjust the mouse pointer and change scrolling settings. However, for some reason, a dedicated section for keyboard settings was not present […]
Enable Or Disable Text Suggestions For Hardware Keyboard In Windows 10
All mobile operating systems out there support text suggestions so that you can type quickly and easily without having to type all characters. While Windows has been offering text suggestions on touch keyboards since the days of Windows 8, for some reason, Microsoft never offered text suggestions for hardware keyboard in Windows. Would not it […]
How To Adjust Backlit Keyboard Brightness In Windows 10/11
Most of the mid to high-end laptops today offer backlit keyboards. Backlit keyboards make typing easier in low light conditions, especially for those who cannot do touch typing. Backlit keyboards or illuminated keyboards can be turned on or off using keyboard shortcuts on all laptops. For instance, I can use the Fn + Spacebar key […]
Fix: Keyboard Not Working At Windows 10 Login Screen
Occasionally, when you are at the Windows 10 login screen, your PC’s keyboard stops responding or working. The mouse or touchpad continues to work without any issues. The keyboard doesn’t respond, especially when you resume your PC from hibernation or sleep mode. This is a serious problem for users who need to enter a password […]
5 Ways To Disable Keyboard In Windows 10
Why would anyone want to disable the keyboard on a Windows PC? Well, if you watch videos on your PC with your toddler, the chances are that you want to temporarily block or disable the keyboard to stop the toddler from pausing or forwarding the video by hitting the keyboard. Like its predecessors, Windows 10 […]