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Win key not working on Windows laptop
The Win key suddenly stopped working. Upon checking, I found that the nowinkeys file or configuration did not exist in the system-related folder. How can I restore the Win key function?
Try another keyboard. If the Win key works on a different keyboard, you know the problem is with your original hardware.
If you don't have a spare, check if other modifier keys (like Ctrl or Alt) are also not working. If multiple keys are dead, it's almost certainly a hardware problem.
For laptop users: Connect an external USB keyboard and test the Win key on it. This will tell you if it's a software issue or a problem with your laptop's built-in keyboard.