Others on the other hand may have trouble at times getting these shortcuts to work. Sometimes, when you’re typing a message and you want to include an emoji, the keyboard may not pop up. 

Why are my keyboard shortcuts not working?

 There are a few reasons why this might be happening:

Outdated keyboard drivers – You may be using an outdated version of the keyboard. Ensure you keep your keyboard drivers updated for optimum performance. You have disabled the shortcut – You may have accidentally disabled or changed the default keyboard settings in Windows.  Third-party keyboards – If you have installed another keyboard, the two might conflict with each other and cause this behavior. Keyboard language – Your keyboard may not be set up properly. Sometimes the keyboard language changes automatically. You’re using an unsupported app – You may be using the keyboard shortcut on an app that does not support it.  Faulty keyboard – It is possible that your keyboard is damaged or isn’t working correctly.

How do I enable Windows emoji shortcuts?

The Windows emoji panel comes automatically enabled but if for some reason this is not the case, here are steps to enable it:

What can I do if the Emoji shortcut is not working in Windows?

Before moving on to the slightly technical solutions, try the following:

Close any background programs. Disconnect other peripherals and connect only the keyboard to see if it works. Try using a different keyboard if available to rule out whether it is a hardware or software issue. Restart your PC.

1. Disable third-party keyboards temporarily 

The Emoji shortcut feature only works with native Windows keyboards. If you have an alternative keyboard installed, like SwiftKey or Gboard, try disabling it. There are also many apps that can change your default keyboard such as TouchPal. If you have installed any of these apps, you may need to disable or uninstall them. SPONSORED

2. Change your keyboard language 

This is important because the keyboard shortcuts for emojis vary depending on which language you’re using. 

3. Update keyboard drivers

Using an outdated keyboard driver may be the problem that’s causing this error and you can complete this procedure by using third-party software as it is the most efficient solution.

4. Check for updates

Users have also complained of an issue where their keyboard is typing the wrong characters and letters. If you encounter the same problem, refer to our helpful guide for quick fixes. Disclaimer: this program needs to be upgraded from the free version in order to perform some specific actions. In case you have a faulty keyboard on your hands, it may be time to upgrade your keyboard for improved performance and reliability. Let us know if your emoji shortcut is working after trying out our recommended solutions in the comment section below.

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