What is ‘Function key not working’ issue in Windows 10?
In this post, we are going to discuss on “How to fix Function key not working Windows 10”. You will be guided here with easy steps/methods to resolve the issue. Let’s starts the discussion.
‘Function key’ on keyboard: Function keys perform various different functions and usually available at top on the keyboards. Function keys on PC/laptop keyboards labeled F1 through F12 are keys that have special function defined by currently running program or by Operating System. They can be combined with CTRL or ALT keys on keyboard.
On some keyboards or on some laptop computer’s keyboard, there is typically a separate ‘Fn’ key that you can hold down to indicate that you want to use ‘Function key’ to perform certain action. For example, on MacBook Pro laptop, the F12 key primary function is to increase audio volume and if you want to use F12 for some other functions that trigger any software or Operating System functions, then you need to hold down ‘Fn’ key on keyboard and then press ‘F12’ or other function keys on keyboard.
However, several users reported that they faced ‘Function key not working Windows 10’ issue while they tried to perform certain action using keyboard’s Function keys. Some users explained that Function key not working issue started occurring after recent Windows updates or recently attached hardware, or recently installed software. There could be several reasons behind this issue including recently attached hardware is problematic or not attached properly.
Also, outdated Windows OS or the issue with recently installed Windows update could be reason for the problem. Function key not working problem can also be occurred due to some problem with keyboard hardware. You can try connecting your keyboard to some other computer and check if Function key is working or not. If working, then problem in your Windows computer that is causing Function key not working issue, and if keyboard’s function keys are still not working on other computer, then you need to fix your keyboard hardware issue or replace it with new one.
If this issue is occurred with your laptop keyboard and you have investigated it is keyboard hardware issue, then you need to contact your laptop manufacturer to repair or replace it in order resolve the issue. If keyboard hardware is in working condition and still you are facing this issue, you can resolve your PC issues in order to fix the problem. Let’s go for the solution.
How to fix Function key not working Windows 10?
Method 1: Fix ‘Function key not working’ issue with ‘PC Repair Tool’
If the issue is occurred due to some problems in your Windows computer, then you can fix the issue with ‘PC Repair Tool’. This software offers you to find and fix BSOD errors, EXE errors, DLL errors, problems with programs/applications, malware or viruses issues, system files or registry issues and other system issues with just few clicks.
Method 2: Run ‘Hardware and Devices’ troubleshooter in Windows 10
Windows 10 built-in Hardware and Devices troubleshooter can resolve this issue. Let’s try.
Step 1: Press ‘Windows + I’ keys on keyboard to open ‘Settings’ App in Windows 10
Step 2: Go to ‘Update & Security > Troubleshoot’, find and select ‘Hardware and Devices’ troubleshooters, and click on ‘Run the troubleshooter’ button. Follow on-screen instructions to finish troubleshooting.
Step 3: Once done, please check if the issue is resolved.
Method 3: Update Windows 10 drivers
Outdated or corrupted device drivers in Windows 10 computer could be reason behind Function key not working issue. You can update all drivers in Windows 10 to latest available build in order to fix the issue.
Step 1: Press ‘Windows + X’ keys on keyboard and select ‘Device Manager’
Step 2: In ‘Device Manager’, expand each device category and find the device showing ‘Yellow Exclamation Mark’ on it. Right-click on driver showing ‘Yellow Mark’, and select ‘Update Driver’
Step 3: Follow on-screen instructions to update the driver. Repeat the same steps to update all other necessary drivers and once done, restart your computer to see the changes and check if Function key not working issue is resolved.
Download or reinstall Windows 10 drivers update [Automatically]
You can also try to update all Windows 10 drivers to latest available update version with ‘Automatic Driver Update Tool’. This software will automatically find and download the latest updates for all Windows 10 drivers and then install them into computer.
Method 4: Change settings on Windows Mobility Center [For Dell systems]
Windows Mobility Center is there by default on most laptops. DELL Systems have extra settings for function key row, and you can change the settings in order to fix the issue.
Step 1: Type ‘Windows Mobility Center’ in Windows Search Box and open it from results appear
Step 2: In the opened window, find ‘Function Key Row’ and select ‘Function Key’ from dropdown arrow and then hit ‘Apply’ to save the changes and close the application. Once done, check if the issue is resolved.
Method 5: Enable ‘VAIO Event Service’ in Windows 10 [For VAIO users]
If you VAIO user, then you can try to resolve the issue by enabling or restarting ‘VAIO Event Service’ in your Windows 10 computer.
Step 1: Press ‘Windows + R’ keys on keyboard, type ‘services.msc’ in the opened ‘Run’ dialog box and hit ‘Ok’ button to open ‘Services’ window
Step 2: In the opened window, find and right-click on ‘VAIO Event Service’, and select ‘Properties’
Step 3: In ‘Properties’ window, select ‘Automatic’ from ‘Startup Type’ dropdown and hit ‘Start’ button under ‘Service Status’ section, and then hit ‘Apply’ and ‘OK’ button to save the changes
Step 4: Once done, try using Function key to perform certain actions and check if it works.
Method 6: Uninstall Hotkey drivers on your Windows 10 laptop
Step 1: Open ‘Device Manager’ using ‘Method 3’, and find ‘Toshiba Hotkey driver’
Step 2: Right-click on it and select ‘Uninstall’. Follow on-screen instructions to finish uninstall
Step 3: Now, find and uninstall HID-Compliant Keyboard and HID-Compliant Mouse driver in Device Manager
Step 4: Once done, restart your computer and check if the issue is resolved.
Method 7: Disable Filter keys through ‘Ease of Access Center’ in Windows 10
Step 1: Open ‘Control Panel’ via Windows Search and go to ‘Ease of Access Center’
Step 2: Find and select ‘Make the keyboard easier to use’ option and then find and deselect ‘Filter keys’ that says ‘Turn ON Filter keys’ if checked
Step 3: Save the changes and check if Function key not working issue is resolved.
Method 8: Perform Windows 10 Reset
If the issue is still persist, then you can perform Windows 10 reset in order to resolve the issue.
Step 1: Open ‘Settings’ App in Windows 10 and go to ‘Update & Security > Recovery > Reset This PC > Get Started’
Step 2: Select ‘Keep my files’ or ‘Remove Everything’ and follow on-screen instructions to finish resetting process. Once done, please check if you can use Function key on keyboard without any issue.
Conclusion
I am sure this post helped you on How to fix Function key not working Windows 10 with several easy steps/methods to resolve the issue. You can read & follow our instructions to do so. That’s all. For any suggestions or queries, please write on comment box below.
