How to Clean a Computer Key Board

For proper maintenance of your computer it's a good idea to clean it regularly. If in doubt review the cleaning instructions from your manufacturer.
The supplies you will need are the following:

• Cotton swabs
• Rubbing alcohol
• Can of compressed air (can be found in most computer accessory shops)

1. Unplug your computer from the power source. This will ensure you don't get shocked and inadvertently hurt yourself.
2. Turn your laptop computer keyboard upside down and give it a bit of a shake. This will dislodge some of the dirt before you begin the cleaning process


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3. Next, grab your can of compressed air and give it a shake. Then carefully aim the nozzle to the spaces between the keys and spray. This will blow out loose particles of dirt and dust.
4. Now, take a cotton swab and dampen it in the rubbing alcohol. Don't soak it; it only needs to be dampened. What you don't want to happen is dripping alcohol between the keys and getting into the inner workings of your computer if you have a laptop.
5. Run the cotton swab around the outside of every key. Then do the same with the top of each key.
6. When you are finished, then and only then, plug your computer back in.
What happens if you spilled something on your computer keyboard?
1. Immediately turn off your computer.
2. Unplug it from the power source
3. Turn your laptop or keyboard upside down
4. Use a lint free cloth or paper towel to blot up the liquid. Don't rub, just blot
5. Now get your trusty can of compressed air and gently spray in between the keys
6. Let your laptop computer or keyboard dry over night before plugging it back into power
7. If the spill is large, remove the battery from the back as well (laptops) and when you start it up, if it does not work properly, call your computer technical support.
There are lots of things that can spill onto your beloved computer and keep in mind that liquids other than plain ordinary water can really mess your computer up. The best thing to do is to keep all liquids as far away from your laptop as possible. If you're like me and need that java fix....keep it handy but far enough away so that if it spills, it won't land on your computer.

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