What can I use to unstick my keyboard keys?

Blowing out the keyboard

1. Buy a can of compressed air. You can find it at almost any place where electronics are sold.
2. Turn the computer off. If you have a desktop, unplug the keyboard from the computer.
3. Use the air to gently blow around and under the keys.
4. Brush away any debris.
5. Try the keys again.

How do you clean sticky keys without removing keys?

Some computer manufacturers recommend using a damp cloth made of microfiber to gently clean the keys, while others suggest cotton swabs dipped in isopropyl alcohol, also known as rubbing alcohol. Mild soap and water are also recommended for cleaning keys.

Can I pop the keys off my keyboard to clean?

Most desktop keyboard letter keys are designed to allow you to remove them with a blunt tool such as a butter knife or flathead screwdriver. Simply place the tool under a corner of a key, and pry it off. Once you’ve removed the letter keys, you can wash them individually with water and soap, or alcohol, to remove dirt.

How do you get dirt off under your keyboard?

To clear out the biggest crumbs, dust, or other debris that wandered into your keys, turn your laptop upside down and allow them to fall out. Gently tap the bottom of the chassis to dislodge any stubborn particles. You can also press cleaning slime into the spaces between your keys, which sticks to and picks up debris.

Can you soak keyboard switches?

Make sure the keyboard thoroughly dried after cleaning. DO NOT use a blow dryer or heat gun to dry your keyboard. Doing so may warp the keycaps. DO NOT soak your keycaps in alcohol.

What causes keys to stick on a keyboard?

If food or liquid has ever been spilled into the keyboard, it can cause the keys to stick and be repeated. The sticky residue can be very difficult to remove and may require you to pull keys off the keyboard and clean underneath them with rubbing alcohol.