CTRL+C and CTRL+V Problems

kjelljs

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Hello,

Running a brand new ASUS windows 8 based desktop. CTRL+C and CTRL+V work only partially, when I am using them many times they don't paste or copy (though they do some of the time) but they make my browser open a window or switch tabs or like make the right click menu pop up. It is so bizarre, I don't know if it's a bug or what, has anyone else experienced this? It is very annoying when I am so used to doing it.
 

My Computer

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  • OS
    Windows 8
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    System Manufacturer/Model
    ASUS Desktop PC CM6830
    CPU
    Intel Core i3-3220 CPU @ 3.30 GHz
Hello kjelljs,

FYI, I have not experienced that problem. The ctrl +c and ctrl +v work consistently for me. I guess the best thing is to try (at this point) is another keyboard (if you have one available) and if you are currently using a wireless keyboard, maybe try a wired version. Good luck.
 

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  • OS
    Windows 8
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
Hello,

Running a brand new ASUS windows 8 based desktop. CTRL+C and CTRL+V work only partially, when I am using them many times they don't paste or copy (though they do some of the time) but they make my browser open a window or switch tabs or like make the right click menu pop up. It is so bizarre, I don't know if it's a bug or what, has anyone else experienced this? It is very annoying when I am so used to doing it.
Welcome. Totally bizarre. I would be tempted to contact ASUS or your seller on this one. Honestly, if resolution does not come easy and fast, then I'd return the machine. If you want to try something, then try sfc /scannow to deal with possible corruption (may need to run multiple times--say 3--run at least until no corruption is shown). I honestly doubt that corruption is the problem.
 

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Shortcut keys ctrl+c do not always work on Windows 8.
I have been experiencing the problem on a Dell Inspiron15 laptop running Windows 8.
The annoying thing is that it only happens now and then.
Sometimes when Ctrl+C doesn't work, rightclick+copy does.
Sometimes neither works.
Sometimes if I keep trying, one of the two will eventually work. Other times not.
Is this sporadic problem a hardware or software fault?
Dell support told me to delete my User Account, create a new User Account and the problem will go away. It did not.
 

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    Windows 8
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    Dell Inspiron 15
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    Intel Core i5-3337U
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    Where would I find that?
    Memory
    6.00 GB
    Graphics Card(s)
    No idea
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    Comodo Dragon
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I dunno, I never have had any problem. Sometimes, you have to select the thing you are copying with your Mouse by holding down left-click while moving across what you are selecting, then right click on the selected items and choose "Copy". That's never failed to copy what I selected. I only use CTRL-C on the Address Bar in IE/Chrome/Explorer, but it's easier just to place the mouse up there and it darkens for selection automatically, then you can CTRL-C or right click/Copy.

I say, go grab a different keyboard and try it with that. Also, if you are using a USB Keyboard, it may not work as well as a PS-2 KB. This is why a lot of people actually prefer PS-2 KBs and why MB makers still put the port there (As well as for Gamers).
 

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Thanks. Sounds like it might work. I've obtained a PS-2 KB. Please tell me how to remove my laptop KB and attach the PS-2.
 

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  • OS
    Windows 8
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    Laptop
    System Manufacturer/Model
    Dell Inspiron 15
    CPU
    Intel Core i5-3337U
    Motherboard
    Where would I find that?
    Memory
    6.00 GB
    Graphics Card(s)
    No idea
    Browser
    Comodo Dragon
    Antivirus
    ZoneAlarm Firewall and AntiVirus
Thought you were running a PC, sorry, you may have a PS-2 port on the laptop, but probably not- Older laptops have this, rare on new ones. You can try a USB keyboard, without having to uninstall any built in keyboards. On a laptop, it may have a PS-2 port that is half green and half purple, you can plug a KB or a Mouse into this.
 

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  • OS
    Windows 8 Pro with Media Center/Windows 7
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    PC/Desktop
    System Manufacturer/Model
    Asus M2N-MX SE Plus § DualCore AMD Athlon 64 X2, 2300 MHz (11.5 x 200) 4400+ § Corsair Value Select
    CPU
    AMD 4400+/4200+
    Motherboard
    Asus M2N-MX SE Plus/Asus A8M2N-LA (NodusM)
    Memory
    2 GB/3GB
    Graphics Card(s)
    GeForce 8400 GS/GeForce 210
    Sound Card
    nVIDIA GT218 - High Definition Audio Controller
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Hitachi 40" LCD HDTV
    Screen Resolution
    "1842 x 1036"
    Hard Drives
    WDC WD50 00AAKS-007AA SCSI Disk Device
    ST1000DL 002-9TT153 SCSI Disk Device
    WDC WD3200AAJB-00J3A0 ATA Device
    WDC WD32 WD-WCAPZ2942630 USB Device
    WD My Book 1140 USB Device
    PSU
    Works 550w
    Case
    MSI "M-Box"
    Cooling
    Water Cooled
    Keyboard
    Dell Keyboard
    Mouse
    Microsoft Intellimouse
    Internet Speed
    Cable Medium Speed
    Browser
    Chrome/IE 10
    Antivirus
    Eset NOD32 6.x/Win Defend
    Other Info
    Recently lost my Windows 8 on my main PC, had to go back to Windows 7.
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