How to Fix Alt F4 When It’s not Working

On certain devices, you need to hold the Fn key to use this shortcut

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Updated onNovember 8, 2024

updated onNovember 8, 2024

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We use keyboard shortcuts all the time, but some users have reported the Alt F4 not working on their PC.

This isn’t a major problem unless you use this shortcut frequently. Luckily, there are ways to fix this, and in today’s guide, we’ll show you the best ways to do it.

How do I fix Alt F4 not working?

1. Check FN Lock

2. Update keyboard drivers

3. Turn off Sticky Keys

4. Run keyboard troubleshooter

5. Disable Legacy Fx function in BIOS

If the issue persists, modify some registry entries to resolve the issue. Alternatively,change function keys in Windows 10to bind your F4 key to another key.

6.Modify Windows Registry settings

7. Check for hardware issues

Even if the issue persists after following all the troubleshooting steps, it is time to diagnose your keyboard for hardware issues. Laptop and external keyboards over time can wear off and may require replacement.

While you can use an external keyboard, this may not be ideal for those who use their laptop on the go or carry it out. Contact your laptop service center for a better diagnostic of your computer keyboard.

The Alt F4 not working issue in Windows 10 usually occurs due to Fn lock being enabled. Run the keyboard troubleshoot and perform other troubleshooting steps listed in this article to resolve the issue.

This isn’t the only issue you can experience and many users reported thatAlt Tab is not workingfor them. Others reported thatAlt + Shift is not changing language, but we covered that in a separate guide.

Did you manage to fix this issue? Let us know in the comments section below.

How to Fix Alt F4 When It’s not Working#

How do I fix Alt F4 not working?#

1. Check FN Lock#

2. Update keyboard drivers#

3. Turn off Sticky Keys#

4. Run keyboard troubleshooter#

5. Disable Legacy Fx function in BIOS#

6.Modify Windows Registry settings#

7. Check for hardware issues#