Cause of Windows Key Not Working
Many things can cause the Windows key to cease working, including hardware issues, Windows 10 updates, Windows 10 settings, or simply having that key disabled. The troubleshooting tips below will walk you through the most common (and simple to fix) causes, and finally, down to the more advanced troubleshooting tips.
How to Fix Windows Key Not Working in Windows 10
To fix the Windows key quickly, start with hardware-related issues before moving on to Windows 10 settings and software issues. Some gaming keyboards also let you press the Function (Fn) key and a function key (like F12) to enable or disable the Windows key. Refer to your keyboard user manual to determine if your dashboard has that keyboard shortcut feature. Repeating the keyboard shortcut will enable the Windows key. If Use Filter Keys was already disabled, then that wasn’t the problem.
