how to reset macbook air keyboard

my keyboard types multiple letters/symbols when a key is struck

MacBook Air 13", OS X 10.11

Posted on Apr 16, 2019 2:53 PM

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chris_g1

Community Specialist

Apr 17, 2019 3:52 PM in response to D306Harry6

Hi D306Harry6,

Thanks for coming to Apple Support Communities for help today with your MacBook Air keyboard repeating keys.

Have you checked System Preferences > Keyboard to see if you can modify the settings for Key Repeat and Delay Until Repeat?

If that doesn't resolve the issue, test the keyboard in a new user account: How to test an issue in another user account on your Mac. This can help isolate the issue further.

If you find the issue present in the new user account, it's possible the keyboard will require service. You should then contact support

Have a fantastic day!

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