Last updated on
Apr 27, 2021
Issue: The Type tool types as if the Caps Lock is on
Even when the Caps Lock is not enabled/active, the Type tool types only in capitalized text.
Solution: Reset the Type tool defaults or Photoshop Elements preferences
Solution 1: Reset the Type tool
- In Photoshop Elements Editor, select the Type Tool.
- In the Tools Options area, click the pop-up menu, and click Reset Tools.
- Restart Photoshop Elements Editor.
Solution 2: Reset Photoshop Elements preferences
(Try this solution if the resetting the Type tool does not work)
- Do one of the following:
- Windows: Open Photoshop Elements Editor > Edit menu > Preferences > General
- Mac OS: Open Photoshop Elements Editor menu > Preferences > General
- Windows: Open Photoshop Elements Editor > Edit menu > Preferences > General
- Select the Reset Preferences on next Launch option.
- Restart Photoshop Elements Editor.