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Mac Keyboard not working – How to Fix It 2026 Guide

Why Choose Keith Thomas

20 years of experience as a Senior Apple Support Specialist at Apple Computer UK HQ.

• Former Apple Computer UK Mac Support Specialist and Apple Authorised Service Provider background.

Established and Independent since 2010 for on‑site Apple Support Service – no call centres, no outsourcing, no hardware repairs. Over 25,000+ Apple problems resolved. Unique on-site Apple Support Service. backed up with Independent Apple Telephone Support Assistance.

• Trusted by home users, small businesses, and professionals across London and the South East UK.• Clear, honest, software‑only support. No Hardware Repairs. Expert Apple Consultancy Service.

On‑site Apple Mac Support in London and the South East UK

What this page covers

This guide explains the real reasons a Mac keyboard stops working, the steps you can try yourself, and when it’s time to get professional on‑site help. It applies to:

• MacBook Air (built‑in keyboard)

• MacBook Pro (built‑in keyboard)

• iMac (Magic Keyboard)

• Mac mini (Magic Keyboard)

• Mac Studio (Magic Keyboard)

If your Mac keyboard is unresponsive, certain keys don’t work, or Bluetooth keyboards won’t connect, this page is for you.

The most common reasons a Mac keyboard stops working

These are the issues that Keith Thomas identifies most often during on‑site visits:

• Bluetooth connection issues

• Low battery on Magic Keyboard

• macOS keyboard configuration errors

• Damaged or stuck keys

• macOS update issues

• Interference from nearby devices

• Hardware‑related keyboard problems

Quick checks you can do yourself

These steps solve around 60% of keyboard issues.

Check 1 – Restart the Mac

A restart resets the keyboard system and clears temporary issues.

Check 2 – For Magic Keyboards: turn Bluetooth off and on

System Settings → Bluetooth → Turn Off → Turn On.

Check 3 – Charge the Magic Keyboard

Use a Lightning cable to charge it for at least 10 minutes.

Check 4 – Check keyboard settings

System Settings → Keyboard → Check Input Sources.

If your built‑in MacBook keyboard is not working

This usually means:

• macOS keyboard configuration issues

• Damaged or stuck keys

• System file corruption

Try:

• Restarting the Mac

• Booting into Safe Mode

• Reinstalling macOS without erasing data

If your Magic Keyboard won’t connect

This usually means:

• Bluetooth interference

• Low battery

• macOS Bluetooth corruption

Try:

• Turning Bluetooth off and on

• Charging the keyboard

• Removing and re‑adding the device

If certain keys don’t work

This usually means:

• Stuck keys

• Keyboard layout issues

• App‑specific keyboard conflicts

Try:

• Restarting the Mac

• Checking Input Sources

• Testing in another app

When DIY stops working

You should get on‑site help if:

• The keyboard stops working completely

• Bluetooth keyboards won’t connect at all

• Keys fail repeatedly

• macOS reinstall does not fix the issue

• You need your data preserved

These issues usually require:

• Keyboard configuration repair

• macOS recovery

• Data‑safe macOS reinstall

• User account repair

• Hardware diagnostics

On‑Site Apple Mac Support – London & South East UK

If your Mac keyboard is not working, Keith Thomas provides an often same‑day on‑site support service across:

• Central London

• West, North, South and East London

• Surrey

• Berkshire

• Hampshire

• Wiltshire

Keith Thomas is a Mac Support Specialist in:

• Mac keyboard and input issues

• macOS keyboard configuration repair

• Data‑safe macOS recovery

• macOS reinstall and repair

• iCloud and Apple Account issues

• New Mac setup and migration

• Hardware and Bluetooth diagnostics

Book on‑site help in London and the South East UK

If your Mac keyboard is not working, Keith Thomas can visit your home or office and get you working again.

Keith Thomas – Apple Mac Support Specialist

Established 2010 – Open 09:30–20:30, 7 Days

Contact Keith Thomas by Telephone: 07800 940756 or by Text to: 07800 940756, or simply complete an online website contact form 24/7