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Ebaar
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06-09-2023, 06:36 PM
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I recently assembled my PC about a week ago, and everything functions smoothly, but games frequently freeze when I press Alt. I’m unsure what’s causing this issue, though I suspect it might be related to Windows. I’m looking for ways to fix it.
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Ebaar
06-09-2023, 06:36 PM #1

I recently assembled my PC about a week ago, and everything functions smoothly, but games frequently freeze when I press Alt. I’m unsure what’s causing this issue, though I suspect it might be related to Windows. I’m looking for ways to fix it.

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06-11-2023, 01:46 AM
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Using a different keyboard layout
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TardisImpala
06-11-2023, 01:46 AM #2

Using a different keyboard layout

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06-12-2023, 05:16 PM
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Confirm you're using ALT-tabbing and not another app opening. Try running your game in windowed mode to check for notifications or other processes. You might also run a task manager in the foreground and watch the process tab to identify any conflicting activity.
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06-12-2023, 05:16 PM #3

Confirm you're using ALT-tabbing and not another app opening. Try running your game in windowed mode to check for notifications or other processes. You might also run a task manager in the foreground and watch the process tab to identify any conflicting activity.

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06-12-2023, 11:47 PM
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I used the same keyboard on both computers, but on the new one it works fine while it doesn't on the old one.
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ByTimo
06-12-2023, 11:47 PM #4

I used the same keyboard on both computers, but on the new one it works fine while it doesn't on the old one.

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06-14-2023, 12:38 PM
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I only have Discord, NVIDIA drivers, and Logitech gaming software installed each time I play.
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natterz75
06-14-2023, 12:38 PM #5

I only have Discord, NVIDIA drivers, and Logitech gaming software installed each time I play.

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06-14-2023, 01:46 PM
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It's possible background processes are interfering, which is why I suggested checking the task manager while you play in windowed mode. Also, as @LukeTheCoder05 pointed out, test with a different keyboard even if it wasn't the problem before. The goal of troubleshooting is to explore all possibilities, including those that seem unrelated, to confirm the issue.
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Gladiador70
06-14-2023, 01:46 PM #6

It's possible background processes are interfering, which is why I suggested checking the task manager while you play in windowed mode. Also, as @LukeTheCoder05 pointed out, test with a different keyboard even if it wasn't the problem before. The goal of troubleshooting is to explore all possibilities, including those that seem unrelated, to confirm the issue.

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06-14-2023, 01:58 PM
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Also, ensure you're using full screen mode. If you have several monitors and games restrict your mouse to a specific window (like FPS titles), you might still lose focus if you move the mouse quickly enough. I experienced this issue myself when I increased my mouse DPI too much.
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06-14-2023, 01:58 PM #7

Also, ensure you're using full screen mode. If you have several monitors and games restrict your mouse to a specific window (like FPS titles), you might still lose focus if you move the mouse quickly enough. I experienced this issue myself when I increased my mouse DPI too much.

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