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The user reports an issue in Windows 10 where holding down any key causes a delayed repeated response, similar to sticky keys, despite these features being turned off, which did not occur in Windows 7. Troubleshooting steps such as running System File Checker and updating Windows have not resolved the problem. The overall sentiment suggests frustration, and the user considers reinstalling or reformatting as potential solutions.
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windows10disaster

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Holding down any key for several seconds and then releasing it makes a jingle sound. After which, Windows treats the key as being held down until the same key is pressed again.

For example, if I hold down control long enough and then release, I can zoom in/out using the scroll wheel by itself (ctrl + scroll wheel). Sticky, filter, and toggle keys are off.

I Never had this problem on Windows 7.
 

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If you upgraded then it's possible the upgrade messed with the files somewhat. If the keyboard has a driver you could try re-installing it. Another thing to try is open a admin command prompt and type:
sfc /scannow
Press enter and await results.
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If you upgraded then it's possible the upgrade messed with the files somewhat. If the keyboard has a driver you could try re-installing it. Another thing to try is open a admin command prompt and type:
sfc /scannow
Press enter and await results.
 

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The results were: "Windows Resource Protection did not find any integrity violations". I am using a standard Microsoft keyboard 300. I tried switching USB ports.

I have noticed that when I hold down a character key in a text field, it takes about 5 seconds before the key stops being sent.
 

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Did you run Windows update yet? Microsoft have released two patches which may address these issues I know it's helped others with other issues it may do the same for you?
 

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Yes I installed the new updates but it hasn't been fixed. I guess there's nothing left to do but update and/or reformat and hope for the better.
 

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