If you are a Mac user who has updated to the latest macOS Sonoma version and are experiencing issues with your keyboard, you are not alone.
Many users have reported problems with their keyboard not working properly after updating to macOS Sonoma.
This can be frustrating, especially if you rely on a functional keyboard for work or personal use. Fortunately, there are several solutions available to fix this issue.
In this blog post, we will explore some of the most effective methods to resolve macOS Sonoma keyboard not working problems.
How To Fix MacOS Sonoma Keyboard Not Working
1. Check For Updates
Make sure your macOS Sonoma is up to date by checking for updates in the App Store. If there are any updates available, download and install them.
- Click on the Apple menu in the top left corner of your screen.
- Select “App Store” from the drop-down menu.
- Click on “Updates” in the toolbar at the top of the App Store window.
- If there are any updates available, click “Update” next to the macOS Sonoma update.
2. Restart Your Mac
This may seem like a simple solution, but it can often fix keyboard connectivity issues. Simply restart your Mac and try using the keyboard again.
- Click on the Apple menu in the top left corner of your screen.
- Select “Restart” from the drop-down menu.
- Wait for your Mac to restart and try using the keyboard again.
3. Reset NVRAM/PRAM
Non-Volatile Random Access Memory (NVRAM) or Parameter Random Access Memory (PRAM) stores important settings for your Mac, including keyboard settings. Resetting NVRAM/PRAM can often fix keyboard issues. To reset NVRAM/PRAM, shut down your Mac, then turn it on and immediately hold down the Option-Command-P-R keys until you hear the startup sound twice.
- Shut down your Mac.
- Turn on your Mac and immediately press and hold the Option-Command-P-R keys.
- Hold the keys until you hear the startup sound twice.
- Release the keys and wait for your Mac to start up.
4. Reset SMC
The System Management Controller (SMC) controls various hardware functions on your Mac, including the keyboard. Resetting SMC can often fix keyboard issues. To reset SMC, shut down your Mac, then press and hold the power button for 10 seconds. Release the power button and turn on your Mac.
- Shut down your Mac.
- Press and hold the power button for 10 seconds.
- Release the power button and turn on your Mac.
5. Check Keyboard Settings
Go to System Preferences > Keyboard and make sure the correct keyboard type is selected. You can also try adjusting the keyboard repeat and delay settings.
- Click on the Apple menu in the top left corner of your screen.
- Select “System Preferences” from the drop-down menu.
- Click on “Keyboard.”
- Make sure the correct keyboard type is selected.
- Adjust the keyboard repeat and delay settings if necessary.
6. Check For Physical Damage
Make sure there is no physical damage to your keyboard. If there is, you may need to replace the keyboard.
