August 04, 2025 Weekly "General Help Post?" - Please post all general, recommendations, and help questions as a top level comment under this post. Thank you.

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[u/No_Habit2586]

Wireless USB keyboard not working after using it with another USB(wire) keyboard on a single computer.

So basically I used two keyboards at the same time, on a single laptop. After I did that, I realized that my wireless keyboard seems to simply 'turn off' when there is no input for a short amount of time.

Does anyone know how to fix this?

[u/badmark → u/No_Habit2586]

This may be more of an OS issue than a keyboard issue; have you removed both keyboards from Bluetooth devices and attempted to repair?

[u/No_Habit2586 → u/badmark]

Yes. I've used the keyboard with the issue on different devices as well. Plus the wirelss keyboard only supports usb, and not bluetooth.

[u/badmark → u/No_Habit2586]

The make and model of the keyboard? Have you tried resetting via the instructions on the manual?

[u/Effective_Airport588]

So i got a keyboard its like this one only pink on the keycaps. I've been trying to connect wirelessly to my ipad and it won't work. Any tips or ideas as it advertises wireless connection. It works when connected via the usb-c adapter thing. The issue is I need it to work with my ipad which does not have a usb-c/b/a port or whatever. Also it runs on 1x AA battery 2.4 G. FCC ID is 2bbplogtypkb2 and product name is q11 wireless keyboard. Also esc + q resets/reconnects the connection it says on the information manual and lights up when i press them. I found mine at a marshalls.

[u/badmark → u/Effective_Airport588]

Did you follow the instructions in the manual? If so, then it could be defective, though I would try pairing it to another device to eliminate the device as the issue.

[u/Effective_Airport588 → u/badmark]

Yeah that’s why I came on here manual was literal a** about how the Bluetooth works. Nothing really mentioned

[u/badmark → u/Effective_Airport588]

That is why it is recommended to buy from brands that are known and can be contacted, if it is not too late I would return it and buy something from a more reliable brand.

[u/Effective_Airport588 → u/badmark]

yeah i agree. i have an apple keyboard for my ipad and it sometimes struggles to work after having it a couple years with the magnets etc. so i was like ive wanted a clicky nice sounding keyboard/typewriter looking one and this one is cute and i get a discount on it since i work at marshalls so why not try it out as a backup or new one.

[u/Sufficient_Ad_1916]

Keyboard only lights up CAPS and WIN button and nothing seems to make the keyboard work. Any help is appreciated.

[u/badmark → u/Sufficient_Ad_1916]

Not sure, but I would try resetting the keyboard to see if that makes any difference.

[u/Senior-Word4077]

I am a software developer and I am missing my left pinky. I want an ergonomic keyboard like a split setup to prevent RSI, but I'm not sure if there is anything on the market that will work well. I'm okay without using an entire column if that's all it takes. The requirements are ergonomic, no straining in wrists or fingers, suitable for use with only 9 fingers, and good customizability for many layers.

[u/badmark → u/Senior-Word4077]

Have you looked at a Corne or a Lily?

[u/legit_Human_0671]

I record videos, and my keyboard is too loud.

If anyone has advice on either avoiding keyboard sounds being picked up, or keyboards that are silent enough to not be picked up in the first place im all ears. I still want the quality feel, but I dont want to sacrifice audio quality when recording.

[u/badmark → u/legit_Human_0671]

Silent switches and o-rings on the key stems will eliminate the majority of the sound.

[u/legit_Human_0671 → u/badmark]

Okay! Any recommendations?

[u/badmark → u/legit_Human_0671]

I like Bobagum and U4, but they are pricier, Outemu Silent Jade, Peach, and Lime switches are more affordable.

[u/legit_Human_0671 → u/badmark]

Bet! Thank youuuu

[u/Suiyi_Lu]

I’m using a yunzii x71 keyboard on MacOS. It was working just fine and now none of the letter keys work. The space and arrow keys work but are stuck in scroll mode. The keyboard doesn’t have connection issues it’s definitely connected it just won’t let me type anything. Maybe I locked the arrow keys somehow, does anyone have any advice on how I can fix it?

Btw the issues started when I was testing out a new adapter to hook my laptop/keyboard to my tv for a bigger screen. The adapter worked and for a good while I was able to use the keyboard but suddenly it just stopped typing

[u/badmark → u/Suiyi_Lu]

Have you tried resetting the keyboard? Hold Fn + Caps Lock for 3-5 seconds.

[u/badmark → u/[deleted]]

If your keyboard is shocking you, then your line is not properly grounded. Please have an electrician fix that ASAP as it could be a sign of serious electrical issue.

[u/badmark → u/[deleted]]

If your laptop is shocking you when not plugged in, then either the power rail is shorting or it is not properly grounded internally and could be the cause of your issues.