Laptop "Keyboard" Keys are Sticky
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Some keys are hard to press or stay down after you click them.
Symptoms
- Sticky keys
- Slow return
- Double typing
Possible Causes
- Liquid spill
- Crumbs/Dust
- Worn out membrane
Step-by-Step Fix
1
Clean with Isopropyl Alcohol
Use a Q-tip with 90%+ alcohol to clean around the sticky key.
2
Use Compressed Air
Blow out any crumbs or dust from under the keycaps.
3
Replace Individual Keycaps
On some laptops, you can pop the key off and clean the mechanism underneath.
When to See a Technician
If you spilled soda or juice, the sugar will act like glue; a professional cleaning or keyboard replacement is usually needed.
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