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Why is the Caps Lock Reversed?
The Caps lock is meant to write in all caps when toggled and enabled.
However, it should write in all small letters when toggled again and turned off.
However, as mentioned earlier, that is not always the case.
There can be many reasons for the Caps lock to work in reverse operation.
Note:We are not worried that the Caps lock key might be stuck.
If it were, then the letters would not shift between capital and small at all.
Check to see if the Shift key is highlighted, as in the image below.
If it is, it means that the Shift key is pressed.
Restart the Computer
Everything on a Windows computer is running on services and processes.
Therefore, try restarting the computer and verify if it resolves the issue.
If the problem remains, perform the rest of the solutions given below.
Disconnect the keyboard and plug it back in.
It would be better if it’s possible for you to change the USB port when inserting it back.
If you are using a Bluetooth or a dongle keyboard, disconnect it and then reconnect it too.
Once reconnected, check to see if the reversed Caps lock problem has been mitigated.
Here are the steps to initiate the keyboard troubleshooter:
Go to the following:
ClickRunin front ofKeyboard.
The troubleshooting wizard will now run and scan the keyboard parameters for any anomalies.
If it finds any, you will be suggested to perform the action.
In case any suggestions are offered, apply the fix(es).
If not, wrap up the troubleshooter.
Disable Filter Keys
Filter Keys is a Windows accessibility feature that lets you ignore repeated accidental keystrokes.
Disabling the filter keys has often solved the issue of the reversed Caps lock functionality.
Either way, once disabled, check to see if it resolved the reverse Caps lock functionality issue.
Update/Reinstall the Keyboard Driver
If the problem persists, then try updating or reinstalling the keyboard driver.
Drivers are an integral part to run all system hardware.
If they are not functioning correctly, it will in turn affect the functionality of the hardware.
The wizard will now search the internet for driver updates.
If one is available, it will download and install it.
end the driver update wizard.
If the steps above resulted in the latest driver already installed, then you canreinstall the same driver.
After doing so, check to see if the issue is resolved.
ClickOkon the options window again.
For example, throw in in hELLO, or mICROSOFT, and then press the spacebar.
As soon as you press Spacebar, the word should be corrected automatically.
The Caps lock key should now be reset, and its reverse functionality should be corrected.
Repair Windows
Windows comes with preinstalled tools to help fix the OS.
Although you could still get all your writing tasks done, it is not the ideal situation.
This is why, this article lists all the possible solutions to fix the issue.
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