If your device can’t detect the keyboard, it can be due to dirt, physical damage, or some internal damage on the keyboard, backdated driver, or due to turning on the filter key option.
A keyboard is a must-have device for our computers and laptops. You can input data with the necessary letters, numbers, and words. You can also give commands to our computers for faster work.
In short, the keyboard is an essential part of the computer as it needs to do almost everything on a computer or laptop.
But the main problem arises when the computer or laptop can’t detect the keyboard. It can be a USB, a built-in, or a wireless keyboard.
If this worst thing has happened to your computer or laptop, then you don’t need to worry as today I’m going to show you some quick fixes to solve this problem.
What can you do when you can’t detect the keyboard?
Well, there are several fixing processes that you can go through to solve this problem. And here are all the possible solutions.
Fix 1: Unplug then re-plug the keyboard
First, unplug the keyboard and then plug it in again into the computer. Sometimes unplugging and then re-plugging solves keyboard-related issues.
Fix 2: Change the port
A broken USB cable of the keyboard can cause trouble. In that case, change the USB cable and then see whether the issue has been resolved or not.
Fix 3: Charge the keyboard
If it is a wireless keyboard and your PC can’t detect the keyboard, then the battery of the keyboard can be low. Charge the keyboard and then connect it to the computer.
Fix 4: Update the drivers
An outdated keyboard driver can cause this issue. Update necessary keyboard drivers for the keyboard to work properly.
Fix 5: Using a damaged keyboard
Sometimes the keyboard can be physically damaged but we can’t see it such as in the case of a built-in keyboard. A damaged keyboard can also cause issues.
Fix 6: Update the windows
Sometimes an update in the windows operating system can cause issues like keyboard detection. Updating the PC can fix the bugs available.
Fixes for Windows 10 and Windows 11
If you have tried all our above fixes but still the keyboard is not being detected then you will have to run a troubleshooter for the keyboard. Follow the below steps and see which one fixes your problem.
As a prerequisite, I will suggest you open the on-screen keyboard on the PC or laptop.
Follow the following steps to open the on-screen keyboard in Windows 10 or 11.
How to open the on-screen keyboard
Step 1: Type “Settings” in the search bar and open it.
Step 2: Select “Ease of Access”.
Step 3: On the left side of the panel click on the option “Keyboard”.
Step 4: Then turn on the “Use the On-Screen Keyboard” option.
Thus, you will get to see a keyboard visible on your screen.
What to do when you can’t detect the keyboard on Windows 10 and Windows 11
Now, try the following methods to solve the issue.
Method 1: Turn off the Filter key option
The filter keys option is a feature of Windows that has some known bugs which may cause keyboard-related problems. That’s why it is better to keep the part turned off.
By following the below steps, you can easily turn the filter keys option off:
Step 1: Go to “Settings” from the Windows icon.
Step 2: Select “Ease of Access” and then select “Keyboard”.
Step 3: Toggle down and see the “Filter Keys” option. Then turn it off and you are done.
Method 2: Run a Troubleshooter
Windows 10 and 11 come with many built-in troubleshooters. Fortunately, there is a troubleshooter for the keyboard to fix the keyboard-related issues.
Here are the steps to run a troubleshooter for the keyboard:
Step 1: Search “Troubleshoot Settings” from the search panel in your taskbar.
Step 2: Select “Other Troubleshooters”.
Step 3: Toggle down and select “keyboard” and click on the run option.
After that, it will start detecting keyboard issues. If any problem is found, you will be given instructions on-screen to fix it.
Method 3: Update the drivers
As I have said before, outdated drivers can cause many issues in your device. To keep your device free from any bugs or issues, updated them regularly.
Here are some simple steps to update the drivers in both Windows 10 and 11:
Step 1: Press the “Windows” icon and “x” together.
Step 2: From the pop-up menu select “Device Manager”.
Step 3: Select “keyboards” and then right-click on the listed keyboard.
Step 4: Now you will see the option “Update driver”. Select it and update the driver.
Verdict
When your PC or laptop is unable to detect the keyboard, try the above fixes. I hope that this content has helped you to fix your keyboard-related issue. If you face any keyboard issues in the future, try the other fixes.