How to Clean Your Laptop's Keyboard

How to Clean Your Laptop's Keyboard

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Laptop keyboards are some of the dirtiest items in your home. They get caked with dust and crumbs, often right next to the food you eat or drink. But don't worry; it's easy to clean your keyboard! Follow these steps for an easy-to-follow cleaning routine that will leave your laptop in tip-top shape. But before we get started with this guide on how to clean your laptop keyboard, let's talk about why it's important in the first place.

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Do it Now

  • Don't wait until you have a problem. If your keyboard is sticky and dirty, do not wait until the next time that happens—it could very well be too late then! Similarly, if your laptop starts acting up (and by "acting up" we mean that the keys aren't responding as they usually would), don't wait until tomorrow or even next week; take action right away and make sure everything is working properly once again.
  • Don't forget about those little things like dust and debris in between the keys themselves either! A quick wipe down with some tissue paper can go a long way towards keeping those little buggers from building up over time so that when they do get stuck together or cause other problems later on down the road (like making your laptop freeze), you'll have less trouble getting them off without breaking anything along their way.



Unplug all Devices and Peripherals

  • Unplug all devices and peripherals:
  • The power cord of your laptop is a good place to start. If it’s removable, remove it from the device and set it aside for now. If not, then leave it in place and move on to Step 2 below.
  • Remove any other ports or wires that may be connected to your keyboard (e.g., USB). This includes trackpad buttons if they are attached via wire—you can safely remove them too! Leave these items aside for later use when cleaning up your workspace area so we don't accidentally lose them during our cleanup process later on down this road trip together.

Pick up a can of compressed air

Compressed air can be used to remove dust from the keyboard. This is a good option if you want to clean your laptop, but don't have access to a vacuum cleaner. You can pick up compressed air at most hardware stores for about $10 for a small canister or as much as $30 for an industrial-grade model (which may not be necessary).

Turn on your laptop, and be prepared to reassemble it if necessary.

You should be prepared to reassemble your laptop if necessary. This means you can use a power adapter to charge the laptop, but not to power it or connect it directly.




Make sure the laptop is in an open space that is not cluttered with cords or boxes

To clean your laptop, you will need to first make sure the laptop is in an open space that is not cluttered with cords or boxes. You also need enough space to move around and work on your computer. You want it to be comfortable for you to work without feeling cramped or uncomfortable.

Make sure there are no obstructions nearby—for example, if there's furniture or other objects that could get in the way of getting access to all parts of your keyboard (like those little arrows). If possible, try using a table or countertop instead of an area where things could fall on top of them while they're working on their computers!

Run the compressed air over the keyboard and trackpad

There are two main ways to clean your keyboard and trackpad. You can use compressed air or a cleaner with a wet wipe. If you're using compressed air, use an included attachment or buy one of your own that fits the machine's specifications. Make sure it's the right kind for computers—you don't want to damage them! The best option is one that has a wide nozzle so there's less chance of getting any liquid inside or around the keycaps (which could cause permanent damage).

When using compressed air, turn off all other devices before starting this process as well: just because I'm writing this article doesn't mean I want my laptop overheating while trying to clean its internals!



Use a soft cloth to gently wipe away any dirt, dust, or loose debris from the surfaces of your keyboard and trackpad.

Do not use a damp cloth—the water can damage your laptop's surface and cause it to malfunction. Avoid using an overly wet or dry cloth: too much moisture may cause you to damage the keyboard itself; if you're using a dryer, be careful not to leave lint on top of that part of your laptop where keys sit (or anywhere else).

It's important to keep yourself and your computers clean!

The best way to do this is by regularly cleaning the keyboard as well as the trackpad. You can use a soft cloth, compressed air (not too much), or even alcohol-based cleaning wipes if you want to be extra thorough. Don't use abrasive cleaners like rubbing alcohol or other harsh chemicals on your laptop's components—these will damage them over time.

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If you own a laptop, you know it's important to keep your keyboard and trackpad clean. That's because these are the parts of your computer that touch your hands and fingers every day--and they get grimy quickly! The good news is that cleaning them isn't difficult. 

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