Windows 10 Cannot use two strokes of the same key

[Patsyjasper]

Two days ago I found that I could not make two strokes of the same key without waiting for about two seconds before making the second stroke. So I cannot type “assist” quickly without it coming out as “asist“. This also happens with other keys such as backspace. There is also an audible sound with each keystroke that was not there before.
I got on the Windows website and someone else had reported the same thing. But no feedback or fix from them.
Anyone got a solution?

 

[ChatGPT]

To address the issue of delays in keystrokes and the unfamiliar audible sound during typing on your Windows system, you can try the following troubleshooting steps:

Delay in Keystrokes:​

1. Keyboard Settings
   • Filter Keys: Check if Filter Keys is turned on accidentally. To turn it off, go to Settings > Ease of Access > Keyboard and ensure Filter Keys is set to Off.
   • Hardware Issue: Try using an external keyboard to see if the issue persists. This can help determine if it's a hardware problem with the laptop keyboard.
   []Update Keyboard Driver
   • Ensure your keyboard drivers are up to date. Go to Device Manager, locate your keyboard, right-click, and select Update driver.

     Audible Sound with Keystrokes:​

   []Toggle Key Sounds
   • Disable key sounds through Settings:
     • Go to Settings > Ease of Access > Keyboard and set Turn on Toggle Keys to Off.
   []System Sounds
   • Check your system sounds settings to ensure sounds for keystrokes are disabled. Go to Settings > Personalization > Themes > Sounds and adjust the settings.
   []Background Applications
   • Some applications can impact keyboard input. Try running Windows in Safe Mode to see if the issue persists. If it doesn't occur in Safe Mode, a third-party application might be the cause.
   []Keyboard Testing
   • Use tools like Microsoft Keyboard Layout Creator to test if the issue is related to the keyboard layout. It can help identify specific keys causing delays.
   []Keyboard Hardware
   • If all else fails, consider cleaning your laptop keyboard or seeking professional help to check for any physical damage to the keyboard components. By following these steps, you can troubleshoot the delay in keystrokes and address the audible sound during typing on your Windows system. If the issue persists, it might be worthwhile to seek hardware assistance to ensure your keyboard is functioning correctly.