The tab key plays a crucial role in Windows 11 navigation and text formatting. When it stops working, your productivity can take a significant hit. This guide covers multiple solutions to restore your tab key functionality, starting with the most effective methods.
Disable accessibility features
The quickest fix for tab key issues often lies in Windows accessibility settings, which can interfere with normal keyboard operation.
- Launch Settings through the Start menu by clicking the Settings icon.
- Select Accessibility from the left menu options.
- Click on Keyboard in the right panel.
- Disable both Sticky Keys and Filter Keys by toggling them off.
Update keyboard drivers
Outdated or corrupted drivers frequently cause keyboard problems. Here are two methods to update them:
Method 1: Windows settings update
- Open Settings from the Start menu.
- Select Windows Update from the left sidebar.
- Click Advanced options.
- Choose Optional updates.
- Install any available keyboard-related updates.
Method 2: Device manager update
- Search for Device Manager in the Start menu and open it.
- Expand Keyboards and right-click your keyboard device.
- Choose Search automatically for drivers.
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