Luckily Chromebooks keyboard problems usually happen due to software errors and are very easy to solve.
This post will show you the 8 definitive fixes to solve all keyboard issues on Chromebook.
So without further ado, lets jump in.
In9 out of 10cases, a soft reset or restart fixes this issue.
But when your keyboard still doesnt work, try login in with a guest account.
A simple restart can solve this issue for good.
Though restarting your Chromebook is the quickest way to fix the keyboard issue, it didnt work for me.
But when I performed a soft reset, my keyboard problem was gone.
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Reset Chromebook
You should perform a soft hardware reset if a simple restart doesnt solve your keyboard issue.
But remember, this soft reset will delete some files from theDownloadsfolder of your Chromebook.
So, move the files you need before performing this fix.
Go to the next solution if the issue persists.
Login with A Guest Account
Some errors on your Google account can make your keyboard unresponsive.
Switching back and forth from the Guest browsing will solve these errors in your account.
Note: You may not find the guest account option in your company or school-provided Chromebook.
In that case, seek help from the admin.
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Update ChromeOS
If the ChromeOS isnt updated properly, the keyboard driver will incur some errors.
And these errors create problems with your keyboard.
Manually updating the operating system will solve this.
Lets see how to revamp your ChromeOS:
When you tap theCheck for updatesbutton, your Chromebookll start updating.
And after the update completes, the keyboard will start working again.
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You must deactivate the function key option using the configs in that situation.
That time you should initiate the Auto-Repeat option.
After completing the step, you might punch in the same key multiple times by holding that specific key.
But if you unintentionally change their roles, you cant use those keys properly.
And even many keyboard shortcuts wont work at that point.
You must scroll back to their default option as a solution.
After completing the steps, your keyboard will start working again.
If it still doesnt work, contact your manufacturer and claim the warranty.
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Hardware Fix (Bonus)
Usually, Chromebook keyboard issues happen for software reasons.
However, you have a hardware problem when some of your keyboard keys work as usual while others dont.
Luckily90% of the time, it happens when your keyboard connector has some dust.
And cleaning the connector will solve your issue for good.
Heres what to do:
After completing the steps, your keyboard will start working again.
However, contact your Chromebook manufacturer if the issue persists.
The problem happens for software reasons, basically, and a soft reset or restart fixes it.
Still, perform the rest of the fixes Ive included in this article until the problem is resolved.
Comment below if you face any other Chromebook problems.
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