Why are some keys on my laptop not working?
A few keys not working is usually dirt under the keys, a driver problem or a broken key.
This one is often sorted at home. Try the checks below before paying for a repair.
Does this sound like yours?
- Some keys don't work
What usually causes it
- Dirt or crumbs under the keys
- Key cap or mechanism broken by a knock
Most likely first. A hands-on test confirms which one it is.
What you can safely check
- Gently blow compressed air under the affected keys
- Use an external USB keyboard in the meantime
Please don't
- Don't prise keys off with sharp objects; it breaks the mechanism
Not sure it's this? Check yours in a minute
If cleaning doesn't fix it, we replace single keys or the whole keyboard. Our free repair checker asks a few quick questions about your laptop or desktop and tells you the most likely cause.
No diagnosis fee. Clear quote before any work. Visit us: Yaba, Lagos · Owerri · +234 902 730 1128
Questions people ask
Why are some keys on my laptop not working?
A few keys not working is usually dirt under the keys, a driver problem or a broken key. The most common causes are: dirt or crumbs under the keys; key cap or mechanism broken by a knock.
What can I safely check myself?
Gently blow compressed air under the affected keys. Use an external USB keyboard in the meantime.
What should I avoid doing?
Don't prise keys off with sharp objects; it breaks the mechanism.
Where can I get it fixed in Lagos or Owerri?
ENB Technologies repairs laptops and desktops at our offices in Yaba, Lagos and in Owerri, Imo State. There's no diagnosis fee, you get a clear quote before any work, and most common repairs are done the same day. Call or WhatsApp +234 902 730 1128.
Written by the ENB Technologies repair team from the faults we see on the bench every week.
ENB TECHNOLOGIES LIMITED (RC 7714368) repairs laptops and desktops in Yaba, Lagos and Owerri. This page is general information, not a diagnosis of your device. Please don't open your device or try hardware repairs yourself.
