Asterisk not working on keyboard and attached keyboard

Asterisk will not type on keyboard when using SHIFT + 8. Tried attaching another keyboard via usb, still not working. Tried typing Asterisk from "Show Keyboard Viewer" and still doesn't type


I can only type the asterisk when in safe boot mode.


Steps taken

Boot into Safe Mode, Reboot into normal mode, Reset NVRAM, Reset SMC


mbp 13,2 - OS 12.3.1

MacBook Pro

Posted on Apr 26, 2022 8:44 AM

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Posted on Apr 26, 2022 6:26 PM

Figured it out. The software Screenflow v 6.2.2 was auto launching its helper app at login. Screenflow uses a shortcut Shift + 8 to add markers to its editing timeline. Disabled the auto launch of the helper and I’m back in business.

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Asterisk not working on keyboard and attached keyboard

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