Fixing the Copy Paste Error on Windows 10

Fixing the Copy Paste Error on Windows 10
 

Common Copy Paste Errors

The Copy Paste function not working on Windows 10 can occur due to corrupt system files, third-party programs like antivirus software, certain plugins or features having issues, or problems with the rdpclip.exe process. Here are some common issues users encounter with this error:
- Copy Paste function not working on Windows 10 - One cause of this error could be your antivirus software. To resolve, try disabling the antivirus feature or completely disabling the program.

How to fix Copy Paste not working

1. Update Windows 10

According to many users, sometimes this issue may arise due to glitches in the system, and updating to the latest version of the operating system can resolve the problem.

Microsoft consistently addresses issues with new updates, and for the most part, Windows 10 automatically installs missing updates. However, you can also manually check for updates as follows:

- Press the Windows + I key combination to open the Settings app.
- Select Update & Security.

- Click on the Check for updates button.

Windows will check for available updates and download them. Once the update is downloaded, it will be installed when you restart your computer. Now, check if the Copy Paste issue has been resolved.

2. Check antivirus programs

Using reliable antivirus software is crucial, but sometimes it can be the cause of issues with the copy function. To resolve the problem, try disabling certain antivirus features and see if that brings any improvement. If the error persists, you may need to disable the entire antivirus program.

Many users have reported fixing the Copy Paste error by uninstalling antivirus software, and this approach is indeed effective.

3. Run the Check Disk tool

Sometimes your system files are corrupted, which is the root cause of the copying error. To fix this, try running the Check Disk tool by:

- Go to This PC and right-click on your hard drive.
- Select Properties from the menu.

- In the Properties window, navigate to the Tools tab and click on the Check button under the Error checking section to scan for hard drive errors.

Additionally, users can run Check Disk from Command Prompt:

- Press the Windows + X key combination to open the Win + X menu. Choose Command Prompt (Admin) or Powershell (Admin) from the list.

- In the Command Prompt window, type the command X: /f (replace X with the letter of your system drive, default is C:).

- You will be prompted to schedule a scan. Press Y to do so.

After restarting your computer, the scanning process will begin and fix any file errors. Once the files are repaired, check the Copy Paste function again.

4. Disable Send to Bluetooth add-on

This add-on is often associated with Microsoft Office and can be found in the Add-ons section of every Office application. You'll need to check all installed Office tools to find the Send to Bluetooth add-on and disable it.

After disabling this add-on from all Office tools, the Copy Paste function may be restored.

5. Use Comfort Clipboard

Comfort Clipboard is an excellent clipboard manager that allows you to perform copy tasks for text editing quickly.

This tool also features History. There, you can view all the content you've copied. It allows you to edit text, set hotkeys, and change the background color. Another option is the ability to drag and drop directly from the clipboard control panel into the text you're editing.

6. Check Webroot Security Software settings

Some users report that the main cause of the Copy Paste error is the Webroot Security Software, and to resolve the issue, follow these steps:
- Open Webroot as an administrator.
- Click on the Identity Protection property or the gear icon.
- Go to the Application Protection tab.
- You'll see a list of applications, find the application causing the copy function to not work. Then, set it to Allow.
Additionally, you can disable the Protect Clipboard Data option, and everything should work normally.

7. Run rdpclip.exe file

According to many users, the copy error may be caused by the rdpclip.exe process. Therefore, you'll need to terminate this process and restart it. The process is performed as follows:
- Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager.
- In the newly opened window, go to the Details tab and right-click on the rdpclip.exe process. Select End task from the menu.

Now, you need to open the Windows/system32 folder to find the rdpclip.exe file and restart the process.

This program will start automatically, but if not, you won't have to manually run it every time you boot Windows 10. Additionally, you can add it to the Startup folder, and it will start with the system.

8. Restart your computer

The easiest yet effective way to fix the Copy Paste function not working is to restart your PC. If you prefer not to restart the computer, you can also log out of the user account, wait a few seconds, and then log back in.

9. Disable clipboard sharing feature of Virtualbox

Virtualbox is a great tool if you want to run a virtual machine on your PC, but certain features of the software may cause issues with the system. According to users, the Shared clipboard feature in Virtualbox can prevent the copy function from working on PC, and to fix the issue, you need to disable this feature.

10. Check Advanced System Care settings

If the copy function isn't working on your PC, it may be affected by some third-party software. Many users have reported issues with Advanced System Care software, and according to them, the Clean Clipboard feature is the cause of the problem.

To resolve this, you need to disable this feature in the Advanced System Care software by following these steps:
- Open the Advanced System Care software.
  Go to Speed Up RAM > Smart RAM > Deep Clean.
- Click on Settings and uncheck Clean Clipboard.

11. Remove Skype Click to Call plugin

According to many, the Copy Paste function not working is due to the Skype Click to Call plugin. This is a simple browser plugin that allows you to make Skype calls by clicking on a phone number in your browser.

To fix the issue, you need to remove this add-on from your browser, and then you can use the copy function without encountering any problems.

12. Create a new user account

Sometimes issues with the Copy Paste function can occur if there are problems with your user account. Your account may be corrupted, leading to this error and many other issues. However, you have a simple solution to fix it, which is to create a new user account.

- Open the Settings app and go to Accounts.

- On the left panel, select Family & other people. On the right panel, click on Add someone else to this PC.

- Choose I don't have this person's sign-in information.

- Click on Add a user without a Microsoft account.

- Enter all required information and click Next.

Once the new account has been created, switch to using it and check if the issue has been resolved. If the error persists, you'll need to transfer your personal files to the new account and start using it instead of the old one.

Being unable to use the copy and paste function can be a significant issue, and Mytour hopes you can resolve this problem with one of the methods presented above.