Summary

Is your keyboard typing different characters than the ones printed on its keys?

Here are some solutions you’re free to try.

So, check and reset the app prefs, update the software, and remove any extensions or add-ins.

A keyboard with red Escape button and a red Spacebar.

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Also, see to it the correct keyboard layout is selected.

If this is the case, turn off the auto-correct feature.

Additionally, turn off any keyboard management apps that may be in use.

Opening the language and region settings in the Windows Settings app.

If your keyboard is typing the wrong characters, you may haveswitched to a different Keyboard layout.

grab the three horizontal dots next to your primary language preference and select “Language Options.”

Here, choose your preferred language input method from the drop-down menu.

Opening the language options settings of a preferred language in the Windows Settings app.

Pressing the Windows+Spacebar changes the keyboard layout.

Ensure that you don’t accidentally change it.

So, it’s crucial to rule out this possibility.

Language input methods with their keyboard layouts written under them.

To check for hardware issues with a built-in laptop keyboard, connect an external keyboard and start typing.

Continue applying the remaining fixes if you do not use such software.

To rule out this possibility,modernize your driversto see to it you have the latest drivers installed.

Switching the language input method in the Windows Settings app.

For executable driver files, trigger the downloaded file and follow the on-screen instructions to install them.

Uninstalling keyboard drivers renders the keyboard unusable.

Otherwise, you may get stuck during the process.

Changing the keyboard layout via shortcut from system tray.

To uninstall the keyboard drivers, right-poke the Start button and open “rig Manager.”

If you see multiple keyboard devices here, repeat the same steps to uninstall them.

Then, cycle your gadget, and Windows will automatically install new drivers.

Updating keyboard drivers in device manager.

It can also cause your keyboard to behave abnormally.

Because of that, it’s imperative to rule out this possibility.

To do so,perform a quick malware scan using Microsoft Defender.

Uninstall a keyboard driver in Windows Device Manager.

TypeWindows Securityin the Windows Search and hit the “Windows Security” shortcut to initiate the app.

Alternatively, navigate to configs > Privacy and Security > Windows Security > Open Windows Security.

Microsoft Defender will conduct the scan and show you the results.

Opening the Windows Security app from Windows Settings.

If it detects malware, take the recommended steps to remove it.

If the problem persists, we recommend seeking professional help.

Running the Microsoft Defender’s quick scan from the Windows Security app.