The virtual keyboard on Windows 11 can be a lifesaver if you have some important text to write but your keyboard is not working anymore. When using the virtual keyboard, it will be displayed on your screen and you can press the buttons on the keyboard by using the mouse.
Now, you might be asking, why is the virtual keyboard important for windows 11?
It is one thing that your keyboard is not working anymore but it is clearly frustrating if the virtual keyboard is not functioning properly. It is mainly used as a backup and it is understandable if you are annoyed by this situation and I can relate.
That is exactly why I have conducted thorough research and have written the best and simplest methods you can follow to fix the virtual keyboard on your Windows 11 operating system.
Read the full post for more details.
How to Fix Windows 11 Virtual Keyboard not Working
There are many methods that you can follow to fix the virtual keyboard on Windows 11 but not all of the methods are legit and easy to follow.
The methods I provided in this post are straightforward and are currently working. So, there is no reason for you to have doubts about the techniques and be nervous about whether you can pull them off or not.
These methods are elementary and even a child can go through them. So, keep calm and go through the simple methods given below.
Here are the methods to fix the virtual keyboard on Windows 11:
1. Check Touch Keyboard Services
Many services run in the background on your Windows 11 operating system. These services make sure that the installed apps on your system are running properly. You can access the Services list from the Start button.
I have written the simple steps of this straightforward process and trust me, it is very easy, so there is no reason to worry or be nervous. I believe in you!
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Here are the steps to check the Touch Keyboard services:
- Go to the Start button and search for Services.
- Enter Services.
- Double click on Touch Keyboard and Handwriting Panel.
- Change Startup to Automatic.
- Click on Apply, then OK.
- Check whether the on-screen keyboard is fixed or not.
If this method did not fix the virtual keyboard or this procedure was too hard for you to follow, please follow the other methods given in this post.
2. Activate Touch Keyboard in Tablet Mode
If you are not using a tablet to use the virtual keyboard on Windows 11, skip this method and go to the next one. If you are using tablet mode but the virtual keyboard is not working, do not be sad as I have written the straightforward steps on how you can fix this.
This process is short and simple, so keep calm and go through the easy steps given below.
Here are the steps to activate the touch keyboard in tablet mode on Windows 11:
- Go to Tablet Settings.
- Click on System.
- Select Tablet.
- Enter Change additional tablet settings.
- Enable Show the touch keyboard when there’s no keyboard attached.
- Check whether the virtual keyboard is working in tablet mode or not.
If this method did not apply to you or was too complex for you to follow, please follow the other methods given in this post.
Follow our guide on how to Fix Keyboard not Working on Windows 11.
3. Use System File Checker
The system file checker is a default tool provided by Windows 111. It is a fantastic tool that allows you to check the system files present on your Windows 11 system.
System files are very important files that need to be kept safe for many apps to run properly on your computer.
Corruption of some files can result in the virtual keyboard not work or function. This is why you must check the files using the system file checker.
It is extremely easy to run the system file checker; all you have to do is open the Command prompt and run a command line. If you are confused, do not worry as I have given the simple steps to pull off this procedure.
Keep calm and go through the steps given below.
Here are the steps to use the system file checker to fic the virtual keyboard on Windows 11:
- Press the Windows and R keys at the same time on your keyboard. The Run box will open.
- Type in cmd and press the Enter key on your keyboard or click OK.
- Paste in sfc /scannow in the Command Prompt and press the Enter key.
- Wait for the process to end and check whether the virtual keyboard is functioning properly or not.
If this method did not apply to you or was too complex for you to follow, please follow the other methods given in this post.
4. Create On-Screen keyboard Shortcut
I am pretty confident that most people like shortcuts to save time and energy. In this method, we will just create a shortcut for the on-screen keyboard on Windows 11.
It is very easy to create a shortcut for the on-screen keyboard on Windows 11, so keep your cool, believe in yourself and follow the simple steps given below.
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Here are the steps to create a shortcut for the on-screen keyboard on Windows 11:
- Right-click on your desktop and click on New, then Shortcut.
- Paste %windir%\System32\osk.exe and click on Next.
- Name the shortcut and click on Finish.
- Use the shortcut and see whether the virtual or on-screen keyboard is working properly or not.
If this method did not apply to you or was too complex for you to follow, please follow the other methods given in this post.
5. Change your Internet Browser Target
This procedure is for a more uncommon scenario where the on-screen keyboard is not working on your internet browser. If you are facing this issue only then follow this method or else ignore it. This procedure is simple, so keep calm and go through the steps below.
Here are the steps to change your internet browser’s target:
- Right-click on your internet browser shortcut or icon.
- Click on Properties.
- Select the Target option, give a space and paste –disable-usb-keyboard-detect
- Click on Apply then OK.
If this method did not apply to you or was too complex for you to follow, please follow the other methods given in this post.
6. Rollback Windows Update
If you are facing the problem after a Windows 11 update, there is a high chance the issue lies with the newly installed update. It is not hard to go back to the previous update and the steps on how to do that easily are given below. So please go through the given steps in this post.
Here are the steps to rollback to previous a Windows update:
- Press the Windows and R keys together on your keyboard.
- Paste appwiz.cpl in the Run box and press the Enter key or click OK.
- Click on view installed updates.
- Navigate to the Microsoft Updates section and go to Installed On.
- Double click on the most recent update and uninstall it.
- Click on Yes.
- Restart your pc.
- Check whether the virtual keyboard is functioning properly or not.
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Conclusion
I hope you could fix the virtual keyboard on your Windows 11 system. If your physical keyboard is not working, I suggest you purchase a new one as soon as possible.
I hope you never face a problem like this ever again.
I wish you luck in whatever you do in the future. Take care and stay safe.
