My Computer Is Typing in All Caps
1 Introduction: All Caps
It can become incredibly frustrating when your keyboard doesn't behave quite right.
This guide will take you through some basic steps to make sure your issue is not something simple caused by software on your computer.
2 Keyboard: Caps Lock
Most keyboards have a key labeled Caps Lock on the left-hand side.
Press this key once, and try typing again.
Mac Desktop Keyboard
Mac Laptop Keyboard
PC Desktop Keyboard
PC Laptop Keyboard
? Is your keyboard working properly now?
It can become incredibly frustrating when your keyboard doesn't behave quite right.
This guide will take you through some basic steps to make sure your issue is not something simple caused by software on your computer.
Most keyboards have a key labeled Caps Lock on the left-hand side.
Press this key once, and try typing again.
Mac Desktop Keyboard
Mac Laptop Keyboard
PC Desktop Keyboard
PC Laptop Keyboard
To continue, we need to know what Operating System your computer is using.
There are 2 main Operating Systems for personal computers currently available, Microsoft Windows and Apple macOS.
Microsoft Windows | Apple macOS |
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Microsoft Windows runs on computers produced by multiple companies, such as Lenovo, Asus, Dell, Toshiba, Hewlett Packard, Acer, and Sony. | Apple is the only company that makes macOS computers. |
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Before your restart or shut down your PC, make sure to save all necessary work to prevent data loss.
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Using the Mouse
- Select the Start menu.
By default it is in the lower left corner of your screen.
- Select Power, then select Restart.
- Select the Start menu.
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Using the Keyboard
- Press the Windows and X keys at the same time. This minimizes any open windows you may have.
- Press the Alt and F4 keys at the same time. This tells Windows to close the desktop.
- Select Restart, then OK.
- Press the Windows and X keys at the same time. This minimizes any open windows you may have.
- From the menu bar across the top of the screen, select the Apple menu (1), then select Restart... (2).
Any unsaved work will be lost.