Now under Current keys you should have these two (2) shortcut keys by default:.

Then click at Customize button next to ' Keyboard shortcuts'. From Word's main menu ( File), go to Options.ģ. To check the copy/paste shortcuts in Word:ġ. Check Copy & Paste shortcuts keys in various applications. If the problem persists, then continue to the next step. To accomplish this task, follow the steps in this Quick Malware Scan and Removal Guide, and then try to use copy/paste again. Important: Before following the steps below, make sure that your computer is 100% clean from harmful programs like rootkits, malware or viruses. Scan your computer for viruses and malware. How to fix: Ctrl+C, Ctrl+V, Ctrl+X Not Working in Windows or Office applications. This guide contains detailed steps to troubleshoot copy/paste problems in Windows, Word, Excel or other programs.

In other cases, the 'copy-paste not working' behavior may occur after a Windows update, corrupted system files, improper shortcut key settings in Word application, etc. For example, if the computer becomes infected by a virus, then the clipboard stops working (CTRL+C or CTRL+V are not working and 'Paste' command is greyed out). The 'Copy and Paste commands not working' problem can happen for various reasons on a Windows computer.

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