Each and every electronic device that we use isn’t perfect, and Macbook is no exception to this statement. Most of the users often complain about the overheating of their laptop, broken Macbook trackpads, poor performance or poor battery backup. But amongst all these issues, one of the most common issues that are seen now days is the malfunctioning of the keyboard. Obviously, the keyboards have the tendency of breaking off or getting stuck. This situation occurs when dust or debris gets collected under the keys. This leads to keyboards not being operated properly. Here, Macbook repair services centers come to survival.
For increasing the precision in typing, the Apple designed a new butterfly mechanism keyboard, which is much wider than the earlier one. In addition, this keyboard is made up from much stiffer material, which provides stiffer keys. While using the keyboard on your own, you will find that it doesn’t come up with any change in the layout of the keyboard instead it provides a total complete way of typing. The only change you would be able to notice is in its physical mechanism, right under the keys. The motive behind designing such a keyboard is to save the space and make Macbook thinner than the previous models.
The reasons for which the Macbook keyboard stops to work
While working or operating on your Macbook, if you notice that the built-in trackpad or the keyboard stops to function suddenly, then there could be a number of reasons responsible for this.
- Dust or dirt garbage gets collected under the keys
- Due to outdated drivers of keyboard
- Operating system clashing with the keyboard drivers
- Spilling of any liquid over the keyboard
- The recent downloaded apps or software which cause continuous conflict between the drivers
- Inappropriate installation of keyboard drivers
Factor to keep in mind before commencing the clean-up process of your Macbook keyboard:
It is one of the daunting tasks to locate the exact cause of the issue in your keyboard. If you’ve spilt liquid over the keyboard, then it could make it stop functioning which would require Macbook keyboard replacement on an urgent basis or otherwise it would damage other components of the Macbook as well. But if it’s due the dirt or dust, then it is recommended to clean the keys. This will resolve most of the issues that your keyboard is facing and it will further promote smooth functioning. Thus, before you start to clean the Macbook keyboard using compressed air then keep in mind some of the things which can help you the most:
- Use the supplied straw for controlling the proper flow of air in the keyboard
- Keep in mind that you place the end of the straw at least an inch away from your MacBook
- Never dare to turn the air upside down
- If there are remains of liquid in the nozzle, then try to spray the first bit of air away from your MacBook
- Maintain a normal flow of air throughout the procedure
How to fix the Macbook keyboard key issues by you?
The keys of Macbook are extremely fragile, thus following the tips with caution could help you with it.
- Hold your Macbook at a 75-degree position
- Move the straw over keyboard keys in left to the right direction
- Rotate your keyboard to the left
- Again, hold it at 75 degrees
- Blow the air in left to the right direction
- Lastly, rotate the keyboard to right and blow air from left to right
These are a few of the simple steps you can follow to maintain the performance of your keyboard. Still, it is recommended to replace your Macbook keyboard immediately if it is not working properly as this will stop other components from further damage.
