Open the Control Panel , search for Keyboard , and set your Repeat delay to "Short" and Repeat rate to "Fast". This makes held-down keys register continuously without stutters. 2. Boost Your Polling Rate
This feature is designed to ignore brief or repeated keystrokes, which is the exact opposite of what you want in gaming. Go to Settings > Accessibility > Keyboard and ensure Filter Keys and Sticky Keys are toggled off.
The polling rate (measured in Hz) is how often your keyboard reports its state to your PC.
Follow these proven steps to eliminate hidden delays and get the fastest response possible. 1. Optimize Windows Keyboard Settings
Most gaming keyboards support a 1000Hz polling rate (1ms interval). Use your manufacturer's software (like Razer Synapse, Logitech G Hub, or OMEN Gaming Hub ) to ensure this is enabled.
Windows has built-in accessibility features that can actually slow down your inputs.