
How to Clean a Computer Keyboard
Keyboard cleaning should be gentle and dry-first. Power down, remove crumbs, brush between keys, wipe lightly, and let everything dry.

Turn off or unplug first

Step 1 is “Turn off or unplug first.” Keep the needed items close and handle only this part. A steady pace usually gives a cleaner result than rushing.
This keeps the process small and reduces on-the-spot decisions. The next step becomes easier to see, and important details are less likely to be missed.
Never spray liquid directly onto the keyboard, and disconnect power before cleaning.
Shake out loose crumbs

Step 2 is “Shake out loose crumbs.” Keep the needed items close and handle only this part. A steady pace usually gives a cleaner result than rushing.
This keeps the process small and reduces on-the-spot decisions. The next step becomes easier to see, and important details are less likely to be missed.
Never spray liquid directly onto the keyboard, and disconnect power before cleaning.
Brush between the keys

Step 3 is “Brush between the keys.” Keep the needed items close and handle only this part. A steady pace usually gives a cleaner result than rushing.
This keeps the process small and reduces on-the-spot decisions. The next step becomes easier to see, and important details are less likely to be missed.
Never spray liquid directly onto the keyboard, and disconnect power before cleaning.
Use air to clear gaps

Step 4 is “Use air to clear gaps.” Keep the needed items close and handle only this part. A steady pace usually gives a cleaner result than rushing.
This keeps the process small and reduces on-the-spot decisions. The next step becomes easier to see, and important details are less likely to be missed.
Never spray liquid directly onto the keyboard, and disconnect power before cleaning.
Wipe keycaps with a barely damp cloth

Step 5 is “Wipe keycaps with a barely damp cloth.” Keep the needed items close and handle only this part. A steady pace usually gives a cleaner result than rushing.
This keeps the process small and reduces on-the-spot decisions. The next step becomes easier to see, and important details are less likely to be missed.
Never spray liquid directly onto the keyboard, and disconnect power before cleaning.
Clean edges with cotton swab

Step 6 is “Clean edges with cotton swab.” Keep the needed items close and handle only this part. A steady pace usually gives a cleaner result than rushing.
This keeps the process small and reduces on-the-spot decisions. The next step becomes easier to see, and important details are less likely to be missed.
Never spray liquid directly onto the keyboard, and disconnect power before cleaning.
Let it dry completely

Step 7 is “Let it dry completely.” Keep the needed items close and handle only this part. A steady pace usually gives a cleaner result than rushing.
This keeps the process small and reduces on-the-spot decisions. The next step becomes easier to see, and important details are less likely to be missed.
Never spray liquid directly onto the keyboard, and disconnect power before cleaning.
Reconnect and check

Step 8 is “Reconnect and check.” Keep the needed items close and handle only this part. A steady pace usually gives a cleaner result than rushing.
This keeps the process small and reduces on-the-spot decisions. The next step becomes easier to see, and important details are less likely to be missed.
Never spray liquid directly onto the keyboard, and disconnect power before cleaning.
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