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Keyboard Repeats Characters Problem: Solutions for Software & Hardware Issues (Windows & Linux)

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  • #1 17236535
    rojasQ
    Level 8  
    Hi,
    I have a strange keyboard problem. I am now typing from the on-screen keyboard. the problem is that the keyboard started repeating characters for me. This is especially true when I want to write something faster. I will now demonstrate what it would look like if I typed it on a physical keyboard.

    Quote:
    Hi,
    I have a weird keyboard problem. I am now typing from the screen keyboard. The problem is that the keyboard started repeating characters for me.


    Okay. I think the keyboard is to be thrown away. I bought a new one. Well, after connecting I was surprised because there is still the same problem .. So I thought it was a software problem .. As it turned out - also not. I fired up Linux (I normally use Windows) and then the same thing.

    I have no idea what that might be. Do you have any ideas?
    best regards

    PS: The problem is the same as here: https://www.elektroda.pl/rtvforum/topic3249095.html

    But there it is not fully resolved.
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  • #2 17236546
    Kolobos
    IT specialist
    Is it a laptop or a desktop computer?
  • #3 17236547
    rojasQ
    Level 8  
    Stationary. Connecting to a different USB port does not help.
  • #4 17236561
    Kolobos
    IT specialist
    Enter the motherboard model. Do you have the latest bios uploaded? You reset CMOS?
  • #5 17236599
    rojasQ
    Level 8  
    Asrock m3a770de, latest bios up to date. I also reset the bios battery.
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  • #6 17236609
    FlashT
    Level 13  
    Contrary to appearances, this happens quite often on Windows 10 ... as well as a million other problems with keyboards and touchpads. Most manufacturers release special drivers to fix these problems ... but a great example is the Microsoft Arc Mouse, which is very bad at tactile delay ... even without disabling this delay is unusable. In your case (if there are no special drivers) it may help:

    1. In the control panel keyboard settings, increase the key repeat delay.
    2. If the above does not help, try changing the registry value -> "HKEY_CURRENT_USER \ Control Panel \ Accessibility \ Keyboard Response" -> "AutoRepeatDelay" to a larger ...
  • #7 17236664
    rojasQ
    Level 8  
    @FlashT did not help in any way, unfortunately. Anyway, as I wrote - the problem is also when I switch to Ubuntu.
  • #8 17236674
    FlashT
    Level 13  
    What is this keyboard?
  • #9 17236683
    rojasQ
    Level 8  
    The one I bought was a cheap Tracer, the previous one was also the cheapest one from Tesco, but it worked well before.
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  • #10 17236690
    FlashT
    Level 13  
    I'm afraid it might be a hardware problem. But maybe someone else will comment.
  • #11 17236695
    rojasQ
    Level 8  
    I'm afraid of that too, but what exactly is wrong?
    Thanks to FlashT for your willingness anyway.
  • #12 17236736
    Robert B
    Level 43  
    How do you set the delay and frequency of repeating characters?
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  • #14 17238330
    g107r
    Level 41  
    Well then reduce the repetition rate. It probably won't help, since it's the same on Linux, but what's the harm to change the values?
  • #16 17239304
    rojasQ
    Level 8  
    I tried to change, it doesn't help either.
  • #17 17239382
    g107r
    Level 41  
    Maybe try to flash the BIOS again - does it work like that too? Switching through options, settings - date, for example, also works with a double click?
    Later, you will probably get used to / I use the on-screen keyboard for over 10 years /, or change the motherboard.
    Yes proforma, who do you have to check the new keyboard with?
  • #18 17239543
    rojasQ
    Level 8  
    I loaded a new BIOS and it also did not help. Whether it works like that in it, I didn't pay attention. I will check the third keyboard today, this time wireless.
  • #19 17242856
    rojasQ
    Level 8  
    I borrowed a wireless keyboard - it works elegant. A bit strange, but at least somehow managed to fix the problem.

Topic summary

A user reported a keyboard issue where characters repeat excessively, affecting typing speed. The problem persisted even after replacing the keyboard and switching from Windows to Linux. Initial troubleshooting included checking USB ports, motherboard model (Asrock m3a770de), and BIOS updates, which were confirmed to be current. Suggestions included adjusting keyboard settings in the control panel, modifying registry values for key repeat delay, and flashing the BIOS again. Ultimately, the user found that a wireless keyboard functioned correctly, indicating a potential hardware issue with the original keyboards.
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