{"id":18785,"date":"2023-09-30T10:00:35","date_gmt":"2023-09-30T04:30:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.systweak.com\/blogs\/?p=18785"},"modified":"2025-05-21T18:55:49","modified_gmt":"2025-05-21T13:25:49","slug":"keyboard-spacebar-not-working-on-windows","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.systweak.com\/blogs\/keyboard-spacebar-not-working-on-windows\/","title":{"rendered":"Spacebar Key on Keyboard Not Working on Windows 11, 10, 8, 7"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spacebar, Backspace, and Enter keys are the most used yet underrated keys because most people consider them pros in typing. Only when these keys stop working do they understand how useful these keys are.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you, like most, considered the Spacebar to be just an extra key, but now that it has stopped working, you are wondering how to fix the Spacebar not working on Windows 11\/10\/8\/7, you\u2019ve landed on the right post. Here, we will explain ways to fix the s<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">pace bar key on your keyboard stopped working<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The spacebar is an essential key on the keyboard. Using it, you can perform several important functions. Regardless of what you are using the PC for, be it for gaming, typing, or browsing, the spacebar is very useful. Therefore, working on the PC becomes inconvenient when the Spacebar is broken. This happens mostly because of misconfigured settings or outdated keyboard drivers. You can try to disable the sticky keys feature and check first. But, before you rush to the technician to fix the issue, try the troubleshooting steps below.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">Why Does The Spacebar Not Working On Keyboard Issue Arise?<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The issues with the spacebar not working are caused by a variety of factors. Here are some of the common ones &#8211;<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hardware issues like Physical damage, Wear &amp; Tear, Loose &amp; Faulty connections, etc.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Outdated keyboard drivers create a gap between the hardware and software.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Software Issues like temporary glitches, bugs, updates, settings, and conflicting third-party software.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\">Best Ways to Fix Keyboard Spacebar Not Working &#8211; Windows 11\/10\/8\/7<\/h2>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">Method 1 &#8211;\u00a0 Clean Your Keyboard<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clean your keyboard using a vacuum cleaner. So that all dust particles are removed, and if they are causing the issue, the problem gets fixed.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">Method 2 &#8211; Use An Alternative Keyboard<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you use an external keyboard, disconnect and reconnect it. However, if this does not help, try connecting the keyboard to another PC so that you know there is nothing wrong with the keyboard. This will help determine whether it is a software or hardware issue.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">Method 3 &#8211; Replace Batteries in Wireless Keyboard<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are using a Wireless Keyboard, then the quickest resolution to fix this issue is to replace the batteries, even if they are new. Some batteries might be incompatible with your keyboard and hence need to be replaced.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">Method 4 &#8211; Disable Filter and Sticky Keys<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To offer ease of use to users with disabilities, Windows offers different accessibility features. Sticky Keys and Filter Keys are a part of these features. Sometimes, when enabled, they cause issues with the Spacebar. Therefore, to ensure they are not the reason behind the broken Spacebar issue, let us disable them and see if it helps.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Step 1:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Press the Windows + I to access Windows Settings.<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Step 2:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Click the Accessibility tab (Windows 11) Ease of Access (Windows 10).<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-28211\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2023\/09\/windows-setting.webp\" alt=\"windows setting\" width=\"854\" height=\"509\" sizes=\"(max-width: 854px) 100vw, 854px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Step 3:<\/strong> Click the Keyboard option.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-28212\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2023\/09\/keyboard-option.webp\" alt=\"keyboard option\" width=\"633\" height=\"500\" sizes=\"(max-width: 633px) 100vw, 633px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Step 4:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Toggle off the switches next to the Sticky and Filter keys.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now, try to use the Spacebar. It should help. If this doesn\u2019t work, no worries. We have other fixes you can try.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Read Also: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.systweak.com\/blogs\/fix-keyboard-input-lag-issue-on-windows-pc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fix \u2013 Keyboard Input Lag Issue on Windows 11\/10<\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">Method 5 &#8211; Run Windows Troubleshooter<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To fix different issues, Windows offers a built-in troubleshooter. Since the Spacebar on the keyboard is not working, try using the troubleshooter to fix the issue.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Step 1:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Press Windows + S, and in the search field, type troubleshoot.<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Step 2:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Open the best search results.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Step 3:<\/strong> Click Other troubleshooters (Windows 11.) Additional troubleshooters (Windows 10).<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-27452\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2022\/08\/9.-Additional-troubleshooters.webp\" alt=\"Additional troubleshooters\" width=\"926\" height=\"551\" sizes=\"(max-width: 926px) 100vw, 926px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Step 4:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Look for the Keyboard option, click on it, and Run the troubleshooter.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-28214\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2023\/09\/run-keyboard-troubleshooter.webp\" alt=\"run keyboard troubleshooter\" width=\"918\" height=\"546\" sizes=\"(max-width: 918px) 100vw, 918px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Step 5:<\/strong> Follow the on-screen instructions to run the troubleshooter. If there are any errors detected, they will be automatically fixed.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, if the troubleshooter fails to detect any issue, run the Hardware and Devices troubleshooter. It will help fix problems with all your externally connected devices, including the keyboard.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Step 1:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Press the Windows + R to open the Run dialog box.<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Step 2:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Type <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">msdt.exe -id DeviceDiagnostic<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and press the Enter key.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-23870\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2024\/08\/msdt.exe-id-DeviceDiagnostic-command.webp\" alt=\"msdt.exe -id DeviceDiagnostic command\" width=\"391\" height=\"193\" sizes=\"(max-width: 391px) 100vw, 391px\" \/><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Step 3:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Click Next and follow the on-screen prompts to run the troubleshooter.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Follow the instructions. This should help.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">Method 6 &#8211; Restart Human Interface Device Service<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Human Interface Device Service is responsible for registering your keyboard inputs on Windows. If there is an issue with the service, the keyboard might not work. Restarting it helps fix the issue. Follow the steps to restart it:<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Step 1:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Press Windows + R to open the Run window.<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Step 2<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Type services.msc and press the Enter key.<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Step 3:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Look for Human Interface Device Service in the Services window. Right-click it &gt; select Restart.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-24764\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Services-box.webp\" alt=\"Services box\" width=\"888\" height=\"473\" sizes=\"(max-width: 888px) 100vw, 888px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This should help fix the issue on your computer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Read Also : <a href=\"https:\/\/www.systweak.com\/blogs\/keyboard-arrow-keys-not-working\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">[Solution] Keyboard Arrow Keys Not Working Issue ? Try These Fixes!<\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">Method 7 -. Update or Reinstall Keyboard drivers<b><\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The keyboard driver translates the commands and acts as a bridge between the keyboard and Windows. Hence, when the driver is outdated or corrupt, you face issues with keyboard keys, and some keys might malfunction, such as the Spacebar. Try updating the keyboard driver to see if it helps get the Spacebar working. You can update the driver manually or automatically using a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.systweak.com\/blogs\/best-driver-updater-software-for-windows\/\">driver updating tool<\/a> like Advanced Driver Updater. Follow the steps below and decide which method you will try to use to update drivers.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: justify;\">Manually Updating Keyboard Driver<\/h4>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 1: Press the Windows + R to open the Run window.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 2: Type devmgmt.msc, and hit the Enter key.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-27412\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2023\/06\/type-devmgmt-msc-command.webp\" alt=\"type-devmgmt-msc-command\" width=\"444\" height=\"254\" sizes=\"(max-width: 444px) 100vw, 444px\" \/><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 3: Now, scroll down and double-click the Keyboard option. Right-click on your keyboard device &gt; select Update driver.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-27681\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2021\/10\/update-driver-1.webp\" alt=\"update-driver-1\" width=\"359\" height=\"204\" sizes=\"(max-width: 359px) 100vw, 359px\" \/><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Step 4: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Select \u2018Search automatically for drivers\u2019 for updating drivers on the next page and follow on-screen instructions. Windows will look for available updates and will update the driver.<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-26638\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2021\/05\/search-automatically-for-drivers.webp\" alt=\"search automatically for drivers\" width=\"745\" height=\"467\" sizes=\"(max-width: 745px) 100vw, 745px\" \/><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Step 5: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Restart your PC to apply the changes. Alternatively, download the latest driver update from the manufacturer\u2019s website.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: justify;\">Automatically Update Keyboard Driver<\/h4>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If manually updating the driver seems too much work, you can update the driver automatically. To do so, you will need to install Advanced Driver Updater, one of the best driver updating tools that help keep drivers updated on Windows. You can use its free or paid version to update the driver and fix the Spacebar not working error.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Want to know complete information about the tool ? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.systweak.com\/blogs\/advanced-driver-updater-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Go here<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also, you can use it to schedule driver scanning, exclude incompatible drivers, and update tested and WHQL-certified drivers in a few clicks without providing any information.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To use it and fix the Spacebar not working, follow these steps.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 1: Download, install, and run Advanced Driver Updater.<br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"download_buttons_section\"><p style=\"text-align: justify;display:none;\" class=\"downloadnow-btn-show os-windows\" data-eventsource=\"DownloadNow_post_button\"><a data-param=\"systweakblog,wp_json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/18785,pos-1,135\" data-operation=\"iframe\" class=\"ds-download-link \" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.systweak.com\/blogs\/download-product\/adu\/w\/18785\/1\" onclick=\"gtag('event', 'ProductDownloadSysBlog', { 'event_label' :'keyboard-spacebar-not-working-on-windows', 'event_category':'windows-1' });\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/bg.systweak.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/plugins\/download-button-shortcode-new\/images\/window_btn.png\" alt=\"download\" width=\"250\" height=\"65\"><\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 2: Click Start Scan Now to scan the PC for outdated drivers. Wait for the scanning process to finish. Advanced Driver Updater will now show a list of out-of-date system drivers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-27605\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2023\/08\/11.-Advanced-Driver-Updater.webp\" alt=\"Advanced Driver Updater\" width=\"809\" height=\"628\" sizes=\"(max-width: 809px) 100vw, 809px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 3: You can now update the driver. If you are using the trial version, click the Update Driver link. However, click the Update All button if you have the paid version. This will update all drivers at once. ( Scroll to find keyboard driver )<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-23231\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2024\/07\/update-all-using-advanced-driver-updater.webp\" alt=\"update all using advanced driver updater\" width=\"770\" height=\"593\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Step 4: Finally, restart the PC and check that the \u2018Spacebar key is not working\u2019; issue is now fixed.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">Method 8 &#8211; Perform the SFC scan<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the issue persists, there might be an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.systweak.com\/blogs\/how-to-restore-system-files-on-windows-10\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">issue with the system files<\/a> causing the problem. Hence, run an SFC Scan to fix the laptop Spacebar not working. Follow the steps below to run the command and fix corrupt system files.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 1: Run the elevated Command Prompt.<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-27055\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2021\/11\/search-command-prompt.webp\" alt=\"search-command-prompt\" width=\"781\" height=\"683\" sizes=\"(max-width: 781px) 100vw, 781px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 2: Type the sfc \/scannow and press the Enter key.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-27513\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2023\/07\/11.-scannow.webp\" alt=\"scannow\" width=\"539\" height=\"231\" sizes=\"(max-width: 539px) 100vw, 539px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let the process run. Windows will now look for issues with system files and fix them automatically. Now check if the Spacebar key should be working.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">Method 9 &#8211; Update Windows<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes, a Windows bug can also cause the Spacebar not to work. The best way to fix it is to update Windows. Follow these steps to download and run the latest version of Windows.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 1: Press Windows + S and type Check for updates.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-23847\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2024\/08\/type-Check-for-updates-in-Search-box.webp\" alt=\"type Check for updates in Search box\" width=\"786\" height=\"323\" sizes=\"(max-width: 786px) 100vw, 786px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 2: Choose the best search result.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 3: Click the Check for updates button.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Windows will now look for available updates. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.systweak.com\/blogs\/windows-updates-stuck-on-pending-install-download\/\">If updates are found<\/a>, the downloading procedure will begin immediately. Restart your computer and check the Spacebar button should now be working.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">Method 10 &#8211; Perform System Restore<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have made any changes to the Windows, then the Spacebar might become unresponsive. If you don\u2019t remember the changes you made,\u00a0 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.systweak.com\/blogs\/system-restore-not-working-in-windows\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">perform a system restore<\/a>. This will help reverse any changes. The process will not impact your data.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Step 1:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Press Windows + S, type create a restore point, and press Enter.<br \/>\n<b>Step 2:<\/b> Click the System Protection tab &gt; System Restore button.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-23232\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2024\/07\/system-restore-option.webp\" alt=\"system restore option\" width=\"412\" height=\"468\" sizes=\"(max-width: 412px) 100vw, 412px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Step 3:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Click Next to continue.<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Step 4:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Select a restore point to which you want to restore the system or when the spacebar was working. Click Next to proceed.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Step 5:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Click Finish and allow Windows to restore to the specified restore point.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">Method 11- Scan For Malware<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Malware is one of the most common reasons for errors and issues on Windows PC. Although there is no direct connection but malware can hamper normal functionality on your PC, and deactivating the Spacebar is one of them. You can run a malware scan using the built-in Windows Security or using any third-party antivirus software. We have explained the steps using the Windows Security app.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 1 &#8211; Press the Windows key and type \u201cWindows Security\u201d.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-24804\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Windows-Security-1.webp\" alt=\"Windows Security\" width=\"771\" height=\"348\" sizes=\"(max-width: 771px) 100vw, 771px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 2 &#8211; Click on the search result that matches what you have typed.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 3 &#8211; A new window will open where you have to click on the \u201cVirus &amp; Threat Protection\u201d option.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 4 &#8211; Next, click on the \u201cScan Options\u201d link.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-24802\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Virus-and-Threat.webp\" alt=\"Virus and Threat\" width=\"615\" height=\"441\" sizes=\"(max-width: 615px) 100vw, 615px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 5 &#8211; Click on the radio button next to \u201cFull Scan\u201d and click on the Scan Now button.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-28215\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2023\/09\/scan-now-option.webp\" alt=\"scan now option\" width=\"780\" height=\"469\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 6 &#8211; Wait for the scan to complete and reboot your PC.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">Method 12 &#8211; Clean Boot<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some experts have noticed that there could be certain third-party applications that cause conflicts with the keyboard functionality, causing the Spacebar not to work or misbehave. To identify this factor, we need to disable all the third-party services and check. Here are the steps to fix laptop keyboard not working &#8211;<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 1 &#8211; Press Win + R to launch the RUN dialog box.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 2 &#8211; Type \u201cMsconfig\u201d and click on the OK button.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-27170\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2023\/07\/msconfig-command.webp\" alt=\"msconfig-command\" width=\"449\" height=\"259\" sizes=\"(max-width: 449px) 100vw, 449px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 3 &#8211; A new box will open, where you will click on the Services tab.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 4 &#8211; Check the box before Hide All Microsoft Services in the bottom left corner.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-27197\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2023\/08\/system-configuration.webp\" alt=\"system-configuration\" width=\"571\" height=\"388\" sizes=\"(max-width: 571px) 100vw, 571px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 5 &#8211; Now, click on the Disable All button in the bottom right corner.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 6 &#8211; Click on the Apply button and then navigate to the Startup tab.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-24062\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2024\/08\/System-configuration-box-Startup-tab.webp\" alt=\"System configuration box Startup tab\" width=\"559\" height=\"380\" sizes=\"(max-width: 559px) 100vw, 559px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 7 &#8211; Next, click on the Open Task Manager link.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 8 &#8211; In the new window, right-click on third-party apps and choose Disable from the context menu.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 9 &#8211; Close all windows and reboot your computer.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">Method 13 &#8211; Reinstall Windows<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The final method we recommend is to reinstall Windows if none of the above steps work and you have checked the keyboard with another PC, confirming that it is working properly. Here is what you need to do &#8211;<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 1 &#8211; Press Windows + I to open the Settings box.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 2\u00a0 &#8211; In the top left corner, type \u201cReset This PC\u201d and click on the search result that matches your text.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-23555\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Search-for-Reset-this-PC.webp\" alt=\"Search for Reset this PC\" width=\"613\" height=\"300\" sizes=\"(max-width: 613px) 100vw, 613px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 3 &#8211; Locate the Reset This PC option and click on the Reset PC button.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-23242\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2024\/07\/reset-pc-under-recovery.webp\" alt=\"reset pc under recovery\" width=\"718\" height=\"362\" sizes=\"(max-width: 718px) 100vw, 718px\" \/><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 4 &#8211; In the next box, choose between Keep My Files and Remove Everything.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-23549\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Keep-my-files.webp\" alt=\"Keep my files\" width=\"671\" height=\"448\" sizes=\"(max-width: 671px) 100vw, 671px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 5 &#8211; Follow the instructions that appear on your screen. PC will be restored to factory default settings.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">No More Spacebar Not Working Issues<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That\u2019s it. You can fix the Spacebar not working issue on Windows 11\/10\/8\/7 using the steps mentioned above<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. To keep drivers updated and avoid facing such issues give Advanced Driver Updater a try. However, if you find the issue you are facing is hardware, you can temporarily use the on-screen keyboard available in Windows or remap a key you don\u2019t often use to function as the Spacebar. We hope this helps. In case you have any suggestions or queries, drop us a comment.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">FAQs on Keyword Problems<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Q.1 Why is my spacebar not working on my laptop?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Spacebar key on the laptop may not function due to wear and tear, outdated drivers or glitches in the OS like malware, bugs, misconfigured settings, etc.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Q.2 What To Do If The Keyboard Has A Hardware Fault?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have identified that the keyboard has a hardware fault, then the first thing you have to do is to search for the warranty bill. If the hardware is under warranty, then you can get it replaced or repaired by contacting the service center. If not, then you can try consulting a local computer service technician in your area or purchasing a new keyboard.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Q.3 What To Do if the Keyboard Suddenly Stops Working?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the keyboard keys suddenly stop functioning, then you can try to restart the computer as a first step, and if the issue persists, then unplug the keyboard from your PC and replug it into a different USB port, if possible. In case of a Wireless keyboard, try replacing the batteries with fresh ones.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Q.4 What Are Alternatives If The Keyboard Is Not Working?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you keyboard is not working and you really need to type something then you can use the online keyboard in your Windows OS or use an alternative keyboard for the time being.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Q.5 What Can I Do If the Problem Is Not Solved After Trying All The Fixes?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the issues do not get resolved after trying all the expert-recommended troubleshooting methods listed above, then you can try using a different keyboard. 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