31. It seems like the shortcuts I've been using for years in previous versions of Word are not working anymore. For example Ctrl - Z, Ctrl - C, Ctrl - V are not working (there is Alt - Backspace, etc) and I have to learn new shortcuts. This is the thing I really don't want to do. Why is my Ctrl and V not working? Many factors may be responsible for Ctrl C or other keyboard shortcuts not working on Word, Excel, VSCode, or other apps on the computer. Some notable ones are listed below: Problems with the connection between the keyboard and the computer can cause the issue. How to fix: Ctrl+C, Ctrl+V, Ctrl+X Not Working in Windows or Office applications. Step 1. Scan your computer for viruses and malware. Important: Before following the steps below, make sure that your computer is 100% clean from harmful programs like rootkits, malware or viruses. Below is the list of 6 methods to fix Ctrl C & Ctrl V not working: Check Your Keyboard; Restart PC; Check for Driver Update; Check for Windows Update; Disable Third-Party Software; Enable Ctrl C & Ctrl V using CMD; Methods to Fix Ctrl C & Ctrl V Not Working. Now, let's understand how you can fix this issue with the help of the above-mentioned Issue #1: Excel Shortcut Not Working Because of Media Keys. Solution 1: Use Function Key in Combination with Media Key; Solution 2: Disable Media keys; Issue # 2 Excel Shortcut Keys Not Working Because of Language Bars; Issue # 3 Excel Shortcut Not Working Because of Different Keyboard Layout; Issue # 4 Excel shortcut not working on Macbook .

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