Hello all, I'm having a real problem with my kali Linux - 2024.1 installed. on VMware VM on my 2019 macbook pro 16.
although I think the problem lies in the VM

every time I hit the space key it takes me to the VMware -edit hardware settings- in the top taskbar.
I have tried xev and no response from the key.
have updated, and changed configurations in VMware keyboard settings and kali keyboard settings - nothing will make the space key function as intended.

the only way I can get it to space is by holding Shift and hitting space key.

been at this for almost a week if anyone knows how to resolve please help.

Just for clarity's sake, does the space key work properly when you are not in the VM and/or when the VM is not running?

yes, it works properly outside of the VM.

Thanks for the update. (The more detail you provide, the easier it is for others to help you.)

I agree with your conclusion that something seems screwy with the VM, but, as I do not use VMware, I am at a loss to offer more, but your response should help others who are more familiar than I with VMware to ponder this problem.

Have you tried the suggestion at the link below. Never used a Mac so...

https://ticket.summithosting.com/hc/...al-Environment