My inventory says I can carry more weight, but when I killed a bandit The E(Take)>weapon of fallen enemy> won't take it. In fact the E key icon seems faded out. I just started playing Skyrim(got sick of Rift) and enjoyed Oblivion, now such a simple thing appears not to work. Am I 'missing' something ? Couldn't pick up potions nearby either-well they stuck to me but would not "Take" & into my inventory. Thanks,Casmine.

Hmm, can't think of any reason why that would be happening. Your E key is obviously working (typing of course); try making sure the "Xbox controller" option in the gameplay menu is unchecked.

If you press and hold the E key you will pick up and carry an item in your hand. Since you say potions are "sticking" to you, it's possible you are holding the key too long. Try putting the mouse over the object and quickly pressing and releasing the e key. Sometimes bandit's weapons show up on the ground but haven't actually separated from them. You can see them but not actually pick them up. If you click e on the bandit you will find the weapon in their inventory and can take it that way.