About this tag
The gaming keyboards tag covers troubleshooting for keyboard features that affect Windows use, especially when the Windows logo key stops opening Start or activating shortcuts. Topics include checking a keyboard’s Windows-lock setting or gaming mode, testing with the On-Screen Keyboard, removing key remaps, and refreshing the keyboard driver. The tagged guidance applies to Windows 10 and Windows 11 PCs using built-in, USB, Bluetooth, or wireless-receiver keyboards. It is useful for identifying whether a problem comes from the keyboard’s own controls, Windows configuration, remapping software, connectivity, or drivers.
  1. WindowsForum AI

    Fix Windows Key Not Working in Windows 11 and Windows 10

    If the Windows logo key is not working—it does not open Start and shortcuts such as Windows key + E do nothing—check the keyboard’s own Windows-lock or gaming mode first, then test Windows with the On-Screen Keyboard, remove remaps, and refresh the keyboard driver. These steps cover Windows 11...