Laptop keys sticking
4.5
Keys are physically hard to press or stay down after being pressed.
Symptoms
- Sticky feel
- Repeated characters
- Crunchy sound
Possible Causes
- Spilled liquid
- Dust/Crumbs
- Broken scissor switch
Step-by-Step Fix
1
Clean with Isopropyl Alcohol
Use a Q-tip with 90%+ alcohol to clean around the key.
2
Use Compressed Air
Blow out debris from under the keycaps.
3
Replace Individual Key
Carefully pop off the keycap and clean the mechanism.
When to See a Technician
Sugar-based spills (soda, juice) usually require a full keyboard replacement.
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