Fix Computer Sticky Keys

If you ve got a sticky key or large debris stuck under one of your keys find something thin that you can pry with we use our opening picks but other soft plastic or wood implements can work just avoid metal.

Fix computer sticky keys.

Sticky laptop keys are a result of either dust buildup or spilled liquid. If there are some keys in your laptop s keyboard that fail to register some strokes then you can fix that problem by reinstalling the keyboard or its drivers. Best way to fix sticky laptop keys is to clean the dirt that will fix the problem. Techniques for prying vary from keyboard to keyboard but even thin keys can come off in one piece if you are careful.

If your keyboard s keys work mechanically but fail to register certain keystrokes on your computer you can usually fix the problem by updating or reinstalling the keyboard or its drivers. Press and hold both the shift keys on your keyboard for 5 or more seconds. For example if a laptop key acts stuck but is not stuck on the keyboard and nothing has been spilled on the keyboard then a driver or other piece of operating system software could be the root of the problem. Insert the spudger under the side of a key.

Use a spudger or plastic opening tool to pry up sticky keys. Now release them both and try turning on sticky keys again.