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Laptop keyboards that are not cleaned regularly will become dirty over time due to oil from the fingers on the keys and debris, dirt, and pet hair accumulating in the openings. If you are interested in cleaning laptop keyboards, don’t worry, you can clean them easily yourself. There are even some ways that can help you minimize damage if you accidentally spill a drink on the keyboard.
Steps
Basic keyboard cleaning
- In addition, turning off the laptop also protects you from electric shock and from accidentally sending spam emails to your boss!
Turn the laptop upside down, pat or shake it gently. Doing so will help remove large patches of dust, debris, and other objects stuck in the keyboard slot. Removing large dirt first will make subsequent cleaning steps much easier. [2] X Research Source
- You should place a towel on the floor before shaking the computer to make it easier to clean up dust that falls.
- You can buy compressed air cylinders at home and stationery stores.
- Never spray compressed air when you are turning the gas tank upside down as this can cause fuel to enter the keyboard and destroy the internal components.
Wipe the keyboard with a damp microfiber cloth. Microfiber is a very good dust catching material, so using it to wipe will help remove some of the dirt on the keyboard. If necessary, you can moisten the cloth with a little water, but be sure to wring it out well and only wipe the surface of the keys to prevent water from getting inside the laptop. [4] X Research Sources
- If you don’t have a microfiber cloth, you can use a lint-free cloth instead.
Clean stubborn dirt with a cotton ball dipped in isopropyl alcohol (isopropyl alcohp). Alcohol evaporates quickly, so it’s safer for your laptop when you clean it with water. Moreover, alcohol works very well in removing excess oil from the hands on the keyboard. You should always dip alcohol in cotton wool before cleaning and never pour alcohol directly on the keyboard. [5] X Research Sources
- To clean the keyboard slot, dip a cotton ball in alcohol and then wipe along the side of the keys.
Kill bacteria by wiping the keyboard with an antiseptic wipe. If you are concerned about bacteria, for example you have a cold or are sharing a computer with others, you can use an antiseptic wipe to wipe the surface of the keyboard. However, do not use cleaning cloths containing bleach as this can destroy the protective coating on the keys. [6] X Research Sources
- Do not use disinfectant sprays on laptops because they are too humid.
Remove the keys
- You should clean underneath when you accidentally spill something on the keyboard or there are large dust clumps underneath that you cannot remove by shaking or spraying with compressed air.
- Remember to put the keys in a shallow bowl or other type of container so you don’t accidentally lose them.
- You can go to electronics stores to buy a kit that contains a small plastic or metal tool that is great for removing laptop keys. If you don’t have those tools, you can use a flathead screwdriver or butter knife, or even a fingernail to pry.
Put the keys back in their original positions. Place the keys in the correct position, making sure the side latches are inserted correctly. Start from the bottom edge and gently press until the keys slide into place.
- If you can’t push the keys back into place, re-read your computer’s manual and see if there are any special instructions for removing the keyboard.
Clean liquid spilled on laptop
- If the laptop begins to smoke or steam, or bubble or swell, do not touch it. The laptop can cause you severe burns or electric shock. [12] X Research Source
- Even if you dry the laptop, the ingredients of sugary, acidic or alcoholic beverages may remain and will affect the keyboard’s function later on.
Quickly absorb as much liquid as possible. If you have microfiber or flint-free fabrics on hand, use them to dry your laptop. However, you’re in a race against time, so if you don’t have those two fabrics, just use whatever is nearby, whether it’s dish towels, paper towels, or an old t-shirt. Try to wipe off the liquid you see on the laptop surface. [14] X Research Source
- Regular towels and paper towels often leave behind microfibers and they can get stuck in laptops, which is why you should use lint-free and microfiber fabrics.
Turn the laptop upside down and let it dry for about 1-2 days. You cannot speed up this process. Although the laptop looks dry from the outside, liquid may still be trapped inside. To be on the safe side, you should let the keyboard dry for at least 24 hours before restarting it. [15] X Research Source
- Do not dry the keyboard with a hair dryer as you will blow dust into the liquid that is inside. Dirt stuck inside will make the machine not work well.
- If you are familiar with electronic devices, you can remove the laptop and clean the inside yourself, however, many laptops can only be removed using special tools that you may not have.
Advice
- You can use the sticky part of the sticky note between the keys to remove dust and dirt.
Warning
- If you use water to clean the keyboard, be sure to use a damp cloth or put water on the cleaning tool, never pour water directly on the keyboard.
- Do not use chemicals or rough materials to clean the laptop, or you will wash away the protective layer that prevents the letters on the keyboard from fading.
- Stay safe! If you spill liquid on your laptop and see or smell something burning or feel heat, you should stay away from the device. [18] X Research Sources
This article is co-authored by a team of editors and trained researchers who confirm the accuracy and completeness of the article.
The wikiHow Content Management team carefully monitors the work of editors to ensure that every article is up to a high standard of quality.
There are 8 references cited in this article that you can see at the bottom of the page.
This article has been viewed 3,429 times.
Laptop keyboards that are not cleaned regularly will become dirty over time due to oil from the fingers on the keys and debris, dirt, and pet hair accumulating in the openings. If you are interested in cleaning laptop keyboards, don’t worry, you can clean them easily yourself. There are even some ways that can help you minimize damage if you accidentally spill a drink on the keyboard.
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