But at times, itrefuses to pair to the computer.

Even sometimes, it doesnt work even after connecting to the PC.

Why Is Magic Keyboard Not Working on Windows 11?

Magic Keyboard

There could be several reasons for the non-working of the Apple Magic Keyboard on Windows 11.

Considering this, we suggest youmake sure that your Magic Keyboard is turned on.

To ensure this, look for a green light at the back of it.

Restart Your PC

To turn it on,slide the switchon the back edge of it.

After doing so, connect it to your Windows 11 PC and check whether it works properly now.

Check the BatteryLevel

The latest Magic Keyboard model comes with a rechargeable lithium-ion battery.

Network and Internet settings

It usually lasts for a good one-month period.

So, the next thing you should do is check the battery level.

If it is discharged put it on charge.

Turn Off Airplane Mode

So try rebooting your Windows 11 PC using any method you want and then check the issues status.

Turn On Airplane Mode Again

1.Launch theSettings appon your Windows 11 PC and selectNetwork & internetfrom the left.

2.tap the toggle next toAirplane modeto switch it on and then click again to switch it off.

Click on Speaker

3.Try reconnecting the Apple Magic Keyboard with your Windows 11 PC to see if it connects.

2.If theBluetoothoption is highlighted, click it to turn it off and then click it again to re-enable it.

Thus, we suggest you ensure the same on your PC.

Enable Bluetooth

2.verify theBluetoothtoggle is turned on, and proceed to theDevicessection.

3.In theDevicesscreen, clickMore Bluetooth settingsto open theBluetooth Settingsprompt.

4.In the next window, ensure theAllow Bluetooth devices to find this PCcheckbox is checked.

Select Bluetooth & Devices

5.Once done, click theApplybutton to save all the changes and clickOKto terminate the prompt.

2.Search for yourApple Magic Keyboardon the next window and click thethree dots(…)next to it.

3.Choose theRemove deviceoption from the submenu to remove the unit from your system.

Select Devices

4.Once the keyboard is unpaired, click theAdd devicebutton and choose theBluetoothoption.

5.Let your system discover your Apple Magic Keyboard and show it in theAdd a devicewindow.

6.SelectMagic Keyboardfrom the available devices section and select it to pair it to your PC.

Click More Bluetooth Settings

2.SelectChoose what the power button doesfrom the left and click theChange configs that are currently unavailableoption.

3.UnticktheTurn on fast startup (recommended)checkbox and clickSaveto apply the changes.

2.In the next window, search for theKeyboardtroubleshooter and click theRunbutton next to it.

Enable BT Discovery

1.Proceed to theWindows Updatesection of theSettings appof your Windows 11 computer.

2.ClickAdvanced optionsin theMore optionssection and click theOptional updatesoption.

3.On theOptional updateswindow, look for a new driver update in theDriver updatessection.

Click Three Dots

If theres a new driver update to install, tick the box next to it and clickDownload &Install.

Once the new keyboard drivers are installed, check whether the Magic Keyboard is now working.

Thus, we suggest you find out if vital drivers are installed on your Windows 11 PC.

Select Remove Device

If not, then check out our guide explaining how toinstall the necessary Magic Keyboards driverson Windows 11.

Auto Update Driver for Using Brigadier

Another possible reason could be outdated Magic Keyboard drivers.

Considering this, we suggest youauto-update those keyboard driversusing the free and open-source Brigadier utility.

Click Add Device

2.ChooseDesktopfrom the left in theFile Explorer windowto save it on your PCs desktop.

3.OpenCommand Prompton your Windows 11 PC and run thecd desktopcommand in it.

4.Enter thebrigadier.exe -m MacBookAir9,1 command, and then pressEnterto execute it.

Select the Apple Magic Trackpad

5.After running the mentioned command, youll see that it has started downloading the Boot Camp software.

So now, wait for the Boot Camp software to download.

Once its downloaded, proceed to your PCs desktop, look for theBootCampfolder there, and open it.

Click on System and Security

6.Open theDriverssubfolder and then open theApplesubfolder.

7.In theApplefolder, open theAppleKeyboardMagic2folder and right-clickKeymagic2.inf.

8.SelectInstallfrom the menu and follow the on-screen steps to install Magic Keyboard drivers.

choose what the power button does

13. refresh your PC

There are chances that your Windows 11 OS has some bugs and glitches.

As a result, the Magic Keyboard not working issue is appearing on your Windows 11 computer.

Due to this, we suggest youupdate your Windows 11 PCto the latest version to address the issues.

Disable Fast startup

you could revamp your gear from theWindows Updatesection of the prefs program.

Doing so will revert all its configurations to the default state and, hopefully, fix the issue.

Once done, remove the unit from your Windows 11 PC and re-pair it.

Click on Other Troubleshooter

2.Click theReset PCbutton next toReset this PCand select theRemove everythingoption.

3.Once done, answer the next set of questions according to your preferences and reset your PC.

FAQs

Does Apple Magic Keyboard Work With Windows 11?

Run Keyboard Troubleshooter

Yes, Apple Magic Keyboard works with all versions of Windows, including the latest Windows 11.

Why My Keyboard won’t go in Windows 11?

Other reasons could be a faulty keyboard, dead batteries, etc.

Move to Windows Update

How Do I Get My Magic Keyboard To Work on Windows?

you’re free to pair your Apple Magic Keyboard to your Windows 11 PC or computer using Bluetooth.

Why Wont My Magic Keyboard Connect to PC?

optional updates

Other reasons could be out of power batteries, faulty connection, etc.

How Do I Update My Keyboard Driver on Windows 11?

But sometimes, it faces issues with pairing.

Driver update

It sometimes also doesnt work properly even after connecting to the PC.

windows 11 recovery option

click on remove everything