Mac keyboard not working — keys not responding at all
A keyboard that stops responding is because Slow Keys got turned on accidentally in Accessibility settings (it adds a delay before keys register), or a Bluetooth keyboard lost its connection. Check Accessibility settings first — it takes 30 seconds and fixes it most of the time.
Mac keyboards stop working for different reasons. The most common overlooked cause is Slow Keys — an accessibility feature that makes keys register slowly, making the keyboard seem completely broken. Checking Accessibility settings takes seconds. If that's not it, restart your Mac and check your connection settings.
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Skip — I just want a technicianCommon mistakes to avoid
- Not checking Slow Keys — 90% of keyboard problems are this setting
- Trying to clean a keyboard with water — water ruins electronics
Signs you need professional help
- Slow Keys is off but keyboard still doesn't respond
- Liquid was spilled on the keyboard
- Specific keys are physically stuck or damaged
- You need built-in keyboard replacement
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