How To Fix Keyboard Not Working on Asus Laptop (Easy Guide 2026), by GUMY Art on YouTube. 2 min 14 s.
- Video length
- 2 min 14 s
- Time to do it
- 20 minutes
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Steps
- 8
What you need
Steps
Save your work and restart the laptop. A full restart clears temporary software glitches that can stop the keyboard from responding.
Plug in a USB keyboard and check if it types. If it works, the problem is in the laptop keyboard or its driver, not Windows itself.
Open Device Manager, expand Keyboards, right click your Asus keyboard and choose Uninstall device. Restart so Windows reinstalls the driver.
In Device Manager, right click the keyboard and pick Update driver, then Search automatically for drivers. Let Windows install any newer version.
Open Windows Settings, go to Windows Update and install all pending updates, including optional driver updates. Restart when asked.
Check for stuck keys or debris. Shut down, unplug the charger, and gently clean between the keys with compressed air or a soft brush.
Test the keyboard in the BIOS or UEFI screen. If keys fail there too, the fault is hardware and not a Windows driver problem.
If the keyboard still fails, contact Asus support or a repair shop. A loose ribbon cable or worn keyboard often needs a replacement part.
Tips and common mistakes
Turn off Filter Keys and Sticky Keys in Windows Settings, as they can make the keyboard seem broken.
Do not press hard on the keys when cleaning, since the clips under laptop keys break easily.
Back up important files before reinstalling drivers or opening the laptop case.
Questions
Why do only some keys on my Asus keyboard stop working?
A few dead keys usually point to dirt under the keycaps or a damaged keyboard membrane. Clean the area first, then test in the BIOS to confirm it is hardware.
Will reinstalling the keyboard driver delete my files?
No. Removing and reinstalling the keyboard driver only affects that device setting, and your documents and apps stay untouched.
Can I use an external keyboard while I fix this?
Yes. A USB keyboard works right away and lets you type commands and open settings while the built-in keyboard is unresponsive.
This guide was drafted from the video's details and general task knowledge. It has not been checked against the full video. Check the video and relevant product instructions before following a procedure. Report a correction.
