Alt key is unusable after updating to Windows 11

Question

Hello,
I always used a lot of "Alt + something" shortcuts to work or even using "Alt" to run in games, and since I updated to Windows 11 they just won't work. I read that Alt is used by Windows 11 in a different way than before and that W11 gets the priority on Alt key over other softwares, but this really impacts my day-to-day use of my computer and is really frustrating. Is there a way revert to what it used to be? So I can finally use the Alt key properly?

Thank you in advance

Answer 1

Hello Erwann,

Welcome to Microsoft Q&A forum.

I understand how annoying it can be when you are unable to press Alt in game because the OS seems to register it. Before we proceed, may I know if this issue happens in Exclusive Fullscreen mode as well?

In the meantime, a workaround for this is to use Microsoft Powertoys and switch the function of the 2 Alt button. Can you please try that first?

I'm waiting for your reply.