Furthermore, installed third-party programs may alter keyboard shortcuts or create dialogue boxes, leading to the computer tabbing out. Additionally, scheduled programs may start unexpectedly, causing the error. To address this error, you should run virus scans on your PC, restart your computer, and modify the game settings. Below are some methods to help you resolve this problem:
1. Check the Keyboard Connection
The issue may stem from the keyboard itself – there could be problems with the keys, or the connection might be incorrect. If you are using a USB keyboard, unplug it and then plug it back in, use a different USB port, or test it on another computer to see if the error persists. Replacing a faulty keyboard and ensuring the USB ports are clean can help address the error. Additionally, disable sticky keys on your computer as the shortcuts might conflict with your gaming, particularly when playing the game using the keyboard.
2. Run Virus Scan
A virus or malware infection on your computer might cause the tabbing error, and running a virus scan could help resolve it. Windows Security provides real-time protection and scans your PC for viruses while also downloading updates to help keep your computer safe.
3. Update Windows
Your current version of Windows might be outdated or contain errors that are causing the tabbing issue. Updating Windows may fix the problem.
4. Disable Startup Programs
Startup programs may be programmed to launch using shortcut keys that you might inadvertently press while gaming. This can cause the game to minimize unexpectedly. Disabling such programs while gaming can prevent this issue:
5. Disable Tasks from the Task Scheduler
The Task Scheduler allows you to automate tasks on your computer. If a scheduled task starts while you are gaming, it might cause your game to minimize.
6. Update Keyboard and Display Drivers
If the error is possibly due to an issue with the keyboard or display drivers, which may be outdated, missing, or damaged, updating them could resolve the problem.
6.1 Keyboard Driver
6.2 Display Adapter
7. Perform a Clean Boot
Your Windows environment carries a variety of programs, device drivers, and settings that can sometimes conflict with one another, making it difficult to identify the sources of those conflicts. Performing a clean boot starts Windows with a minimal set of drivers and startup programs, which may help resolve the error causing the game to tab out on your Windows 11/10 PC.
