Keyboard Tester – Explaination
Our keyboard testing tool can detect your keyboard keys and shows them on the virtual keyboard to the right. We’ve simplified the testing tool to allow you to easily test both your keyboards, both old and new and detect any damage. Every popular browser should be able to utilize this tool. The virtual keyboard below may differ from the keyboard you currently have, however, it’s still a good test.
Take these steps to make sure your keyboard functions properly:
- Begin by pressing keys one-by-one. For instance, you can start by pressing the key “A”.
- When you press the button “A” after which the key on the virtual keyboard will turn green (or orange when you hold it down).
- If the the virtual keyboard changed to green, it means that the key is functioning properly.
- Repeat the procedure for each number on the keyboard.
- After the test on the keyboard all keys should be green.
If a key weren’t turning green, it could be due to the fact that your keyboard doesn’t have the key you want, or perhaps the keyboard’s key isn’t working properly. If you need assistance with fixing the most common issues with your keyboard, take a look at the “Frequently Answered Questions” section below.
What is the reason my keyboard isn’t working?
Here are some of the most common issues on keyboards, and the fixes for them.
Keyboard’s keys are stuck
Keyboard keys becoming stuck is an issue caused by dust accumulating on your keyboard or sticky liquid that has accumulated under your keys. The majority of the time, this issue is solved when you clean your keyboard properly. If you’re unaware that you could pull the keys off of your keyboard and access the keyboard’s surface which makes cleaning easier to manage.
A wrong letter or symbol appears when pressing an appropriate key on the keyboard
There could be a problem or your keyboard’s drivers or the language settings of your operating system. For downloading and installing fresh drivers, visit the official website of the manufacturer of your keyboard and search for the model of your keyboard or use an automated driver locater, like DriverBooster. Go through the “How to switch the keyboard’s language” section to change the language settings of your operating system.
The keys on the Numpad are not working
Keys that don’t work for Numpad? Numpad is a frequent issue which is typically resolved with the “Num Lock” key on the right side of the keyboard. The key “Num Lock” toggles your keyboard’s Numpad space between two states the numeric state and the alternative state of function.
Keyboard does not respond in any way
The first step is to check whether any lighting on your keyboard is on. If you can’t find any lights, you need to hit your “CapsLock” button. If there are no lights been turned on, it may be a problem either with your cable, or your keyboard isn’t connecting to the PC.
It could be that the keyboard has been damaged beyond repair and it’s the right time to purchase new keyboards.
How do I change the keyboard language?
The keyboard language you use to type is dependent upon the system that you are using. Locate your operating system in the table below.
Switching the keyboard language on Windows
- “Start Menu” by pressing the Windows key “Start Menu” by pressing the Windows key
- Then, open “Settings”
- In the window that popped up the window, select “Time and Language”
- In the menu on the left On the left side menu, click “Language” after which click “Options”
- Go to “Keyboards” area to modify or remove keyboard language
Changing keyboard language on macOS
- Simply click on the Apple logo to the upper left of your screen.
- Select “System Preferences”
- Within the System Preferences window Select Keyboard
- Click on the “Input sources” tab.
- Click”+” to add a new keyboard language “+” symbol to add a new keyboard language
Change the keyboard language in Ubuntu
- Start the “Settings” window.
- Search for “Region and Language” and click it.
- “Input sources” under “Input sources” Click on the “+” symbol to add the new language.
How to copy and paste with the keyboard?
Pasting and copying on the keyboard is dependent upon the OS that you are using.
How many keys are in a the computer keyboard?
There are numerous keyboard layouts and types but the most popular computer keyboard is one with 101 keys.
