Easy Ways to Maintain and Repair a Problematic Laptop Keyboard

Step 2: Removing Stubborn Dirt

Remove the Buttons with a Small Screwdriver

Use a small flathead screwdriver to carefully remove the keyboard keys one at a time. Make sure you take a picture of the button layout before you start cleaning to make it easy to reinstall it.

Clean with Isopropyl Alcohol

Dip a cotton swab in isopropyl alcohol and use it to clean up any remaining dirt under the button. This alcohol is effective in removing oil and dirt and evaporates quickly without leaving a mark.

Reinstall Button

When you are done cleaning, carefully reinstall the button in its original position.

When to Replace the Keyboard

While many problems with the keyboard can be fixed, there are times when the damage is too severe and needs to be replaced. Here’s how to recognize when the right time is and choose a good substitute:

Signs of Damage That Can’t Be Repaired Yourself

1. Button Not Working

If some important buttons are not responding even though they have been cleaned or repaired, there may be a malfunction in the circuitry inside.

2. Serious Physical Cracks or Damage

Cracks in the keyboard, broken keys, or liquid damage that cannot be completely cleaned can be reasons to replace the device.

3. Connection or Reset Issues

If the keyboard isn’t detected even after replacing the cable, battery, or resetting, it indicates that the problem is with the device itself, not the computer.

4. Highly Visible Signs of Wear

Keyboards that are used frequently for a long time usually show signs of wear such as faded letters, loose keys, or decreased sensitivity.

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