If you're experiencing an issue where your laptop keyboard isn't working on Windows 11, it can be frustrating and prevent you from getting work done. Luckily, there are various solutions to this problem that you can try before resorting to replacing the keyboard.

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One of the first things to check when you're faced with a non-responsive laptop keyboard is whether there are any hardware problems. An easy way to do this is to connect an external keyboard to your laptop and check if it works correctly. If the external keyboard works without issue, then it's likely that there's a problem with your laptop keyboard. However, if the external keyboard also doesn't work, then the issue may be related to your laptop's hardware or software settings.


Another common cause of a non-functioning laptop keyboard is outdated or missing keyboard drivers. To update them, press the Windows key + X to open the Power User menu, select "Device Manager", expand the "Keyboards" section, right-click on your keyboard, and choose "Update Driver". Follow the prompts to complete the update.


Another potential cause of the issue is outdated or missing system updates. To check for updates, press the Windows key + I to open the Settings app, select "Update & Security", and click on "Check for updates". If any updates are available, click on "Download and install" to initiate the update.


If your keyboard was working correctly before you installed new software or updates, then the new software or update may be the cause of the issue. To uninstall recent software or updates, press the Windows key + I to open the Settings app, select "Apps", find the software or update that you want to uninstall, click on it, and choose "Uninstall".


If none of these solutions work, you can try performing a system restore. This may help if you made changes to your laptop's settings, software, or drivers before the keyboard stopped working. To perform a system restore, press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box, type "rstrui.exe", and press Enter. Follow the prompts to restore your system to a previous point in time.


Lastly, if none of the solutions above work, you may need to reset your laptop. Before doing this, make sure to backup all your important files and data. To reset your laptop, press the Windows key + I to open the Settings app, select "Update & Security", click on "Recovery", and then click on "Reset this PC". Follow the prompts to complete the reset.


In conclusion, there are various solutions to fix a laptop keyboard that isn't working on Windows 11. However, if none of these solutions work, it's likely that there's a hardware problem with your laptop's keyboard, and you may need to replace it.