Why do i get a slash when hitting shift and 3?

If you're getting a slash (/) when pressing Shift + 3, it may be due to your keyboard layout settings. For example, in the UK keyboard layout, Shift + 3 produces the pound sign (£), while in the US layout, it produces the hash sign (#). Check your keyboard settings in your operating system to ensure you're using the correct layout for your region. Adjusting this setting should resolve the issue.