Our hands wouldalwaysbe clean before typing away on the keyboard.
Alas, keyboards can be pretty filthy (not to mention covered withgerms).
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The last thing you need is random commands popping on the screen.
Unplug it, too, to be safe and make cleaning easier.
Youd be surprised at the amount of debris lingering under and in between your keys.
Only blow a few short bursts since the cold air can form condensation.
The goal is to blow the dust off the side, not deeper into the keyboard.
Remove Sticky Messes and Germs
For this step, youll need a disinfectant.
you’ve got the option to either use bleach-free disinfecting wipes ormake your ownif you have isopropyl alcohol.
Or maybe a large crumb has made its way inside a key.
In these cases, its a good idea to remove the affected keys and wipe the underlying area.
Removing (and reattaching) laptop keys can be risky, though, if not done correctly.
Only clean under your laptop keys if you really need to and are confident of your skills.
find out if Your Keys Are Removable
The first thing to do?
Run a quick search online to see if your laptops keys are designed to come off or not.
If they are removable, take a quick photo so you remember their placement.
Also get your isopropyl alcohol, compressed air, and cotton swabs ready.
Reassemble the Keys
Last but not least, confirm the keys mechanism is lying flat.
Then slide the top in first and press the keycap down until it clicks.
The best option is to use a 70% isopropyl alcohol wipe, which is non-damaging and quick drying.
A dedicated computer vacuum or electric air duster are great alternatives for cleaning a laptop.
Alcohol is better since it evaporates in seconds, with little chance of your keyboard suffering from water damage.
Regardless, never pour any liquids directly on the keyboard.
Chemical Disinfectants.Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
