[SOLVED] How to Fix Spacebar Not Working on Windows 10?

Unresponsive spacebars are one of the most common problems that users encounter, and they can be quite annoying as well. It can be very frustrating when suddenly your system's spacebar stops responding while you are doing something very important. Spacebar not working on your Windows 10 operating system? Here are some hacks and methods you can try to fix the issue.

Here you can check your spacebar key. To determine if your keys are working correctly, use the space bar clicker.

You need to replace your keyboard if it is physically damaged. Let's try some hacks first. You can use these methods to solve the problem of the spacebar not working.

 

When the spacebar does not work, this fix fixes it

Follow the instructions below if the spacebar is not working.

1. Sticky Keys and Filter Keys can be enabled

 

Sticky keys are shortcuts that allow pressing one key at a time. Microsoft developed this feature to make things simpler for users. By using this feature, the user can save the spacebar to use later.

In this case, you need to check the stick keys when the spacebar is not working. It is one of the quickest fixes. Here are the steps.

 

  • You must press the Windows key + I key together in order to bring up the Setting window
  • The ‘windows setting’ appears after which you need to select ‘ease of access. The option can be found on the right side after scrolling down.
  • To access it, click on the ease of access link. Once you have clicked on it, you will be presented with the keyboard.
  • To do this, you need to turn off both the sticky keys and the filter keys options. If you find there is still a problem, then you need to try some other methods.

 

2. You must reinstall an earlier version of the keyboard driver

 

In most cases, your spacebar is not working due to the latest version. If this is the case, you can only go back to the earlier version. The problem may be resolved by reinstalling the earlier version. Here are the steps.

  • You should begin by opening the Device Manager on your computer. You can also use a shortcut key to open the ‘device manager': Win key+X key together.
  • You need to find the keyboard option and expand it.
  • Click the Properties option to right-click it.
  • To do this, you have to look for the 'roll back driver' option and click it.
  • You must download the previous version from the web if the 'roll back driver' option is not visible.

 

3. You may also upgrade the keyboard driver option to resolve this problem

 

If the first two methods don't work, you can try this one. It is one of the best ways to fix the problem. You can update the keyboard using the steps below.

  • To begin, you must open the device manager. Shortcut keys can also be used. You have to type 'devmgmt.msc' in the Run box after pressing Windows key+R. Click Next to begin the process.
  • Click on the Keyboard option, then expand it. 
  • There will then be an option of 'Standard PS/2 keyboard' that you must choose. Next, choose the ‘update driver’ option on the next box that appears.
  • Choose ‘Automatically detect updated driver software'. Wait for a few minutes to install the latest diver automatically
  • Now, you have to reboot your PC to see whether the problem of the spacebar not working is solved or not.

 

If the problem is continuing then you need to go back and start from the very beginning. After selecting Update Driver, you will have to choose 'Browse my computer for driver software'. It will ask you to pick from the list of available drivers, and all you have to do is click on it. And, click on Next, again you need to reboot the PC, it will save all the changes and also resolve the problem.

 

4. You can again Install the Keyboard Driver

 

 

If you see that the above methods are not working then you can go for reinstalling the keyboard driver. Below are the steps to initiate the process.

 

  • First, you have to go to the Driver Manage, for that you need to press Windows key +R to open the Run box. You should then type 'devmgmt.msc' into the box and hit Enter.
  • Select the Keyboard option from the result and expand it. Using the right-click menu, select Uninstall for the standard PS/2 keyboard.
  • You will only need to reboot your system and the keyboard driver will be reinstalled automatically. If this works, your problem will be resolved.

5. You should check your system for Malware and see if it is causing any problems

It is possible that the core reason for the problem is malware if none of the suggested methods work. Therefore, you should scan your computer for malware and viruses. This might resolve the issue with the spacebar not working. In order to complete this process, you can download any effective antivirus software, such as Malwarebytes. 

The first step is to download the latest version of the software and then start the scanning process. You can also use your existing antivirus software.

 

  • You need to click the Windows-security icon on the Taskbar, then double-click it.
  • Then, you should click on 'virus and threat protection'. Click the Scan option to initiate the process.
  • Select the 'Full Scan' option and then click on the 'Scan Now' button. By doing so, you can get rid of the virus that affected your keyboard.

 

6. You can also update Windows

You can try updating Windows if none of the methods work. Updating Windows should fix the problem with the spacebar not working. Follow these steps:

 

  • You must press Windows key+I to access Settings. You must also select the 'update and security option' in Settings.
  • You will see a menu on the left-hand side, where you need to select Windows Update.
  • You must then click the 'check for updates' option on the right side. After that, you must download and install the pending updates.

 

7. SFC can also be run

 

Sometimes the keyboard gets affected if something is wrong in the operating system, and that is why the spacebar won't work. There is a scanning tool that will assist you in scanning your files, as well as repairing them. You can begin the process by following the steps.

 

  • Open the Start menu first, then type 'cmd' into the search field.
  • The 'Run as administrator' option will appear in a menu bar.
  • Then, a command prompt box will appear, and you should type ‘sfc/scannow’. To continue, you must press Enter.
  • You will be able to see that Windows has started scanning and repairing the damaged files after you run this command. Use the space bar to navigate.

 

Conclusion…

That was all about how you can fix the problem of your spacebar not working. All of the methods are effective and will fix your problem. You can also get professional assistance if needed.

 

Frequently Asked Questions:

How can I fix a spacebar that is unresponsive?

 

Several customers have remarked that the sticky keys functionality helps them speak their spacebar. When your spacebar does not work, try first checking the sticky keys. Open the Window Setting by pressing Windows key + I key together. Scroll down and select Acces Facility.

 

What is the alternate key to the spacebar? 

 

Alternatively, you can use both Ctrl keys as the space bar, and make the space bar a Ctrl key. This can be done as many times as you want. 

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