Media Keys Fix SKSE

skyrimspecialedition — Mods & Enhancements

Media Keys Fix SKSE is a bug fix mod for Skyrim Special Edition that restores media keys (volume, play/next/mute), Windows key, and Alt+F4 by removing the game's exclusive keyboard access. It also includes an optional fix for the deadkeys bug. With nearly 7,000 endorsements and 2.4 million downloads, it's a widely used utility for players who want full keyboard control.

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Syntax

Bug Fixes

Example

Downloads: 2,380,929

💡 Notes

By epinter

🎯 Tips & Tricks

Make sure SKSE is installed and launched via skse64_loader

Make sure SKSE is installed and launched via skse64_loader.exe, not the default launcher.

If you use a mod manager like Vortex or MO2, install the mod

If you use a mod manager like Vortex or MO2, install the mod through it to keep your Data folder clean.

Test the Windows key and media keys after installation; if t

Test the Windows key and media keys after installation; if they still don't work, check that the mod is enabled and load order is correct.

🔧 Troubleshooting

Mod conflicts

Check load order. Disable conflicting mods one by one.

⚠️ Common Mistakes

Installing without checking requirements

👍 Pros

Community-approved with 6,986 endorsements and 2.4M downloads — clearly a must-have for many.
Solves a real annoyance: media keys not working while playing.
Simple, focused fix with optional deadkeys toggle.

👎 Cons

Requires SKSE, so you need to set that up first if you haven't already.
No install instructions in the description — you'll need to know how to install SKSE plugins.
Last updated May 2024 — likely fine for current Skyrim SE, but always check for updates.

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