5 Ways to Fix Keyboard Auto-Typing on Windows

Quick Tips

• Disable Sticky Keys and other accessibility features that might interfere.
• Look for physical debris or damage on your keyboard.
• Let Windows diagnose the issue with its built-in keyboard troubleshooter

Note: The steps executed in this article are on Windows 11. The steps may differ slightly if your device runs on Windows 10 or below.

Preliminary Fixes

• Restart your Windows: Restarting your computer is often the simplest and quickest way to resolve many issues, including keyboard auto-typing.
• Run a Malware Scan: Malware can sometimes interfere with keyboard functionality. Running a malware scan can help identify and remove any malicious software causing the auto-typing issue.
• Use System File Checker: The System File Checker (SFC) tool can help repair corrupted system files that might be causing keyboard auto-typing issues. To do so, launch Command Prompt > type sfc /scannow.
• Update Windows: Keeping your Windows operating system up to date can fix various issues, including keyboard auto-typing.

Fix 1: Check for Keyboard Hardware Issues

One of the most important things before starting to change settings on Windows is to check if there are any hardware issues, especially when using an external keyboard. To start with;

• Check if keys are stuck while being pressed.
• Try disconnecting the keyboard and reconnecting it. 
• Check if the ports are connected properly and clean them.
• Inspect whether the keyboard cable has any potential damage.

If everything looks good physically, there could be an issue with Windows, then move to the next method. 

Fix 2: Update Your Windows Keyboard Driver

Step 1: Press the Windows key on your keyboard, type Device Manager, and click Open.

Step 2: Go to Keyboards.

Step 3: Choose the keyboard, right-click on it, and select Update driver. 

Step 4: Now, click on Search automatically for drivers.

Windows will automatically check and update the drivers. Once the driver is updated, restart your computer and check if there’s any change in your keyboard behavior. If this didn’t help, go to the next method.

Fix 3: Run Keyboard Troubleshooter 

Step 1: Press the Windows key, type Settings, and click Open.

Step 2: Scroll down and click on Troubleshoot to open it.

Step 3: Select Other troubleshooters.

Step 4: Under Other troubleshooters, locate the Keyboard and click the Run button.

Follow the on-screen instructions and let the troubleshooter detect and diagnose the problem causing the keyboard to press random keys. If the troubleshooter couldn’t detect any issues, it’s time to change the keyboard settings.

Fix 4: Reconfigure Keyboard Settings

Step 1: Press the Windows key, type Control Panel, and click Open.

Step 2: Click on the drop-down next to View by and select Large icons.

Step 3: Now, click on Ease of Access Center.

Step 4: Navigate to Make the keyboard easier to use and click on it.

Step 5: Uncheck Turn on Mouse Keys, Turn on Sticky Keys, and Turn on Filter Keys. Next, click Apply, followed by OK. 

After changing the settings, your keyboard should function correctly. If you don’t see any changes, restart your computer and try again. If there’s still no change, move to the next method.

Fix 5: Replace the External Keyboard

If no method mentioned above helped you, chances are there’s some issue with your external/internal keyboard. You may want to switch to the in-built keyboard or vice versa. If nothing works, switch to an on-screen keyboard or buy a new external keyboard until you fix the hardware issue.

FAQs on Fixing Keyboard Auto Typing on Windows

We have listed all the possible solutions to fix the keyboard auto-typing on your Windows device. Restarting the operating system and checking for updates are often the most effective ones.