After the Windows key is disabled, you can re-enable it by the following methods: 1. Check whether Win L or Win lock key on the keyboard accidentally touches it, try to unlock or enter a password to restore it; 2. Modify the Scancode Map value through the registry and restart it to take effect. It is recommended to backup before operation; 3. Use tool software such as SharpKeys or AutoHotkey to quickly switch the Win key status, suitable for users who are not familiar with system settings.

Sometimes the Windows key is disabled, it may be because you press the wrong shortcut key to turn it off, or it may be because some software or settings have been changed. No matter what the reason is, it is not difficult to re-enable it. The following methods can basically solve the problem.

Check whether the Win L or Win key lock function is pressed

Some keyboards have a "Win Lock Key", usually a small switch or key combination next to the Win key (such as a Fn key) to temporarily turn off the Windows key to prevent accidentally touching.
If you are using a laptop, you can try pressing the Fn Win key or check if there are any lock-like signs on the keyboard to try to unlock it.
In addition, sometimes if you accidentally press Win L to lock the screen, you will feel that "Win key does not respond". At this time, you can recover by entering a password.

Modify Win key behavior through the registry (for long-term disabling)

If you are sure that it is not a hardware problem, but the Win key is disabled at the system level, you can fix it through the registry:

1. Press Win R to open the run window and enter regedit to enter.
2. Enter the path: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\Keyboard Layout
3. Right-click on the blank space on the right → Create New → Binary value, named Scancode Map
4. Double-click it and enter the following values:

    00000000000 00000000
   03000000 00005BE0
   00005CE0 00000000

5. Save and restart the computer to take effect.

Note: This operation will enable both the left and right Win keys. If you are not familiar with the registry, it is recommended to back up first.

Quickly switch Win key status using third-party tools

If you don't want to move the registry, you can also use some lightweight gadgets to manage Win keys, such as:

• SharpKeys : A free graphical tool that can bind or disable specific keys, making the operation simple and intuitive.
• AutoHotkey script : Write a simple script to enable the Win key, which is suitable for friends who know the basics of scripts.

The advantage of this type of tool is that it does not need to change the system files and can be restored to its original state at any time, which is suitable for novices who are afraid of making mistakes.

Basically, these methods are all the methods. In most cases, shortcut keys are accidentally touched or there is a problem with the registry setting. You can do it step by step by step by step.

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