Keyboard shortcuts stop working on your Mac
A keyboard shortcut got reassigned or your Mac's keyboard input settings got reset. Check System Settings keyboard settings, clear out any custom shortcuts you don't recognize, and restart your Mac.
When keyboard shortcuts stop working, they've either been remapped to different keys, disabled in System Settings, or a third-party app changed them. We'll reset your shortcuts to the defaults and check your settings.
Risk: Medium
⏱ 10–15 minutes
Intermediate
⚡ Before you start
- ✓Have System Settings open and ready to access
- ✓Note which shortcuts aren't working so you can test them after fixing
- ✓Have time to restart your Mac if needed
Fix-IT-Bot will walk you through each step, just tap, no typing needed.
Skip, I just want a technicianCommon mistakes to avoid
- Not realizing that individual apps can have their own keyboard shortcut settings separate from macOS
- Confusing accessibility settings with keyboard settings
Signs you need professional help
- If you've reset keyboard settings and the shortcuts still don't work, there can be a system issue or a third-party app causing the problem. Give us a call and we can investigate.
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