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Keyboard shortcuts not working in VLC [Mac, Windows 10/11]
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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VLC is a popular video player available on the Windows and Mac platforms. The VLC shortcuts, also known ashotkeys, allows the users to perform quick actions without using the mouse.
That being said, some users have reported having encountered the keyboard shortcuts not working issue in VLC.
VLC playermay ignore yourshortcut keysif the keys are not assigned correctly. In some instances, it can also happen due to a glitch in the media player.
In this article, we explore a few troubleshooting steps to help you resolve the keyboard shortcuts not working in the VLC issue on your Windows and Mac systems.
How can I fix the hotkeys not working in VLC?
1. Check VLC hotkeys preference
Once you have saved the hotkey changes, close theVLC player. UseCtrl + Qfor Windows, andCmd + Qfor Mac.
Right-click on the taskbar and selectTask Manager. Find any and all instances ofVLC playerand end the process.
Relaunch theVLC playerand check if you can use the keyboard shortcuts are working.
At times, not quitting theVLC playerafter making changes can prevent the changes from being applied. Simply relaunch the app and check for any improvements.
2. Update VLC player
VLCreleases new update fixing minor bugs periodically that can resolve glitches and bugs reported by the users.
3. Check your keyboard layout
Windows 10
For many users, changing the keyboard layout has fixed the VLChotkeysissue. Different keyboard layouts also have differenthotkeyfunctions. If you have multiple keyboard layouts installed, check if you are using the correct layout to fix the issue.
Mac
4. Run keyboard troubleshooter
Running the Windows 10 keyboard troubleshooter can fix any compatibility issues with the keyboard and computer.
5. Reinstall VLC media player
Thekeyboard shortcutsnot working in the VLC issue usually occur due to incorrecthotkeyassignment or wrong keyboard layout selection. Follow the steps in the article to troubleshoot the issue.
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Tashreef Shareef
Tashreef Shareef is a software developer turned tech writer. He discovered his interest in technology after reading a tech magazine accidentally. Now he writes about everything tech from Windows to iOS and streaming services to IoT at WindowsReport.
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