A Mac keyboard is dirtier than a toilet. How to clean it? How to clean the keyboard on a MacBook How much do the services of qualified technicians cost?

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Preventative cleaning of the MacBook keyboard will maintain a high level of functionality and the performance of the device. Yudu platform specialists will perform certified diagnostics and high-quality repairs of laptops flooded with liquid. They regularly clean your MacBook, so they can disassemble the device in the shortest possible time and thoroughly remove dust and other contaminants from the buttons.

Specialist services are available throughout Moscow. You can clean your MacBook at a service center or at home.

Features of cleaning the device from Yudu performers

In order for the device to work smoothly, the MacBook Pro has a modern cooling system. Thanks to this cooler, even with continuous use, all internal elements Apple laptop do not overheat. The system has many advantages, but there is also a drawback - dust gets into the equipment through the air distributor, which settles between the keys and under the body. If cleaning is not carried out periodically, motherboard may overheat, causing the laptop to stop working.

Masters will produce timely MacBook prevention keyboards They will quickly clean the device from liquid and other contaminants.

Specialists will repair Apple equipment at a time convenient for you. Before you start cleaning your MacBook keyboard, you run a computer diagnostic on the device.

Cleaning the keyboard MacBook Pro is done as follows:

Before disassembling the laptop, the technicians turn off everything external devices and cables
if easy cleaning is required, the buttons are removed separately; if major cleaning of the keys and cooling system is performed, this is done full analysis MacBook Air or Pro series
The MacBook is cleaned of dust and assembled (if necessary, the thermal paste is changed and the cooler is cleaned)

Yudu platform specialists perform high-quality cleaning of MacBooks even in the most advanced cases. Using a special soft, lint-free cloth, they will thoroughly clean the inside and outside of your keyboards.

During repairs, the following specific requirements are taken into account:

masters do not use spray aerosols or abrasive materials
professional cleaning products are used (they are applied to individual elements rather than splashing directly onto the laptop)
During cleaning, preference is given to gentle products and soft cloth wipes, so there are no scratches on the MacBook

Computer diagnostics and keyboard cleaning MacBook Air completed within one hour.

Why choose Yuda to order the services of experienced craftsmen

The specialists offering their services on Yuda are qualified craftsmen, so they will be able to provide assistance with any malfunctions. To order repairs in Moscow, you can fill out an application on the website or use mobile application, created for remotely submitting a request for services.

Advantages of working with Yudu performers:

cleaning MacBook buttons Air is performed in front of you, you can control every stage of the procedure
specialists know how the laptop works, they will repair the device in accordance with the manufacturer’s requirements
prevention will not take much time
the cost of services is not overpriced and fully corresponds to the level of declared quality
It is possible to deliver your MacBook at your specified time.
a thorough diagnosis of the device is performed using modern tools and certified software

Guarantees are provided for the service. The professionals do the cleaning efficiently and carefully. They will not damage the device case, and after the repair is completed you will receive a working laptop that will work smoothly.

How much do the services of qualified craftsmen cost?

You can view approximate prices for services in the profile of the artist Yudu and in the price list on the website. Prices are based on the average cost of professional MacBook repair in Moscow.

Rates depend:

from the urgency of cleaning
on the degree of contamination of the device (complete or partial disassembly is required)
from the need to provide additional services(cleaning internal elements, motherboard)

The cost of services includes:

visit of a specialist to the address (if the repair is not in the service center)
diagnostics
disassembling the device and cleaning

After the repair is completed, Yudu platform specialists will disinfect each key. They will carefully treat the external and internal parts of the keyboard of the MacBook model with a special solution.

Cleaning your MacBook keyboard is inexpensive and can be done in no time.

There are times when you need to remove individual buttons on your MacBook Air or Pro keyboard. Most often, this happens when liquid is spilled on the keyboard or solid particles get under the buttons, which in turn leads to sticking (sticky pressing) or jamming of individual MacBook keys. Today we will learn how to eliminate troubles of this kind with our own hands.

The most common case is when a sweet liquid is spilled on the keyboard (tea with sugar, compote, Buratino, etc.). To restore functionality in in this case It is necessary to remove the stuck keys and clean the fastening mechanism under them.

Each MacBook keyboard button is attached to a miniature mechanism. It resembles a scissor mechanism, and consists of two tiny plastic rectangles inserted into each other and connected by a central hinge (see picture below). This mechanism is responsible for the smooth movement of your MacBook's keyboard buttons.

So, if the buttons stick or don’t press at all, then something is interfering with them. Let's take them off and see what's going on. This procedure is not complicated, but it requires care and attention.

To remove the buttons, we will need a tool to lift the edge of the button itself (this could be a small flat-head screwdriver, a plastic spatula, etc.) and something flat and thin (such as tweezers) to detach the mechanism.

There are many videos on the Internet on this topic, but be careful when following the advice you are given. So in one of the videos, the “craftsman” removes the buttons of any keyboards only by lifting the right corner of the button. Try this method with a MacBook and your keyboard will lose a couple of teeth.

I would like to warn you right away that the attachment of the Air and Pro buttons is slightly different and different methods are used for removal.

In order to remove the MacBook Air keyboard buttons you need to.

Step 1

It is necessary to lift the bottom edge of the button using a plastic spatula (flat-head screwdriver). Don't be afraid to raise the bottom edge, but don't overdo it either. The plastic mechanism is quite pliable and easily allows the bottom edge to rise 1.5 - 2 mm above the aluminum body.

STEP 2

We insert the tweezers horizontally into the resulting gap on the right and gently press down. This will release the lower right corner of the button from engagement with the mechanism.

If the button does not release completely, insert the tweezers from the left, move it slightly towards the bottom edge and press down lightly. Both lower corners are free.

STEP 3

After removing the button, examine the mechanism for possible reasons inoperability. Is it possible to fix the problem (clean off sweet jam or remove hard crumbs) without removing the mechanism?

If not, then remove the plastic mechanism. To do this, we perform a tricky maneuver: insert the blade of a stationery knife into the gap between the parts of the mechanism (as shown in the pictures above), push the plastic parts of the mechanism apart and bring the edge of the inner part up.

We do the same on the other side. Thus, the parts of the mechanism disengage and are easily removed from the mounts on the body.

STEP 4

To restore the button, put the scissor mechanism in its place and press it with your finger to the base of the keyboard. You will hear “click-click” - the mechanism has engaged with the base.

Buttons sometimes stick not only on new MacBooks, but also on old ones. Usually it is recommended to disassemble the keyboard for cleaning, but in practice this only leads to - Mikk has already proven this.

We'll tell you how no vandalism Clean the keyboard using a couple of proven methods if the buttons on it are already sticking or are just being assembled.

Five minutes once a week and the buttons on my 2017 MacBook Pro work like a charm. Yours will be no worse.

Why do the keys on a MacBook occasionally stick?

The keys begin to stick only because foreign particles get under them. There are no other options, and buttons even with a broken mechanism do not behave this way.

If something gets under the button, it prevents it from being pressed, and it seems to you that it is simply stuck to the base. That's why they say the key is “stuck.”

They began actively writing about the problem in 2015. The world saw a 12-inch MacBook with a butterfly keyboard. The new mechanism turned out to be much smaller in size, so cleanliness turned out to be more critical for it than for the usual “Scissors”.

In 2017, “Butterfly” was updated to the 2nd generation, the problem began to appear less frequently, but remained.

However, the services say that they are regularly contacted not only by owners of new MacBooks, but also by old ones. Why?

Residues of food and dust. Yes, these are the most frequent guests of your keyboard, who happily find hidden places under the keys and prevent them from being pressed.

If you eat near a MacBook, you have already encountered or will encounter this problem in the near future.

If you don't eat near your MacBook, dust will still fall on it, so you won't be able to avoid it getting stuck.

Pieces of skin and sweat. Microscopic parts of your body, to a lesser extent, can also cause sticky keys.

To minimize the effect, do not forget to maintain hygiene - just wash your hands with soap often.

Tea and water with sugar. Liquids with sugar are critical for the keyboard. In this case, it will not be possible to completely get rid of the sticking even after cleaning.

Even before the New Year, I spilled tea with sugar on the keyboard of my MacBook - there was minimal liquid, it was quickly removed at the nearest service center, but I was not able to save the keyboard.

The only correct solution was to replace the keyboard. That's what I did.

Apple has not officially acknowledged the problem with MacBook keys sticking. And it was pointless to do this, because this could be avoided with banal accuracy.

But a large stream of criticism against the company forced it to update the Butterfly, which became more practical - this is a step towards users.

And last year, the manufacturer released a guide on cleaning the keyboard from dirt using compressed air.

Yes, Apple suggests simply blowing out food debris and other foreign objects from under the keys with a special balloon.

By the way, you can easily find one like this in any modern electronics store or order it online. The asking price is 200-400 rubles.

Step 1. Hold your MacBook so that its keyboard is at a 75-degree angle to you—no need to place it vertically.

Step 2. Blow the entire keyboard or just the most problematic keys, first from left to right, and then from right to left.

Step 3. Place your MacBook on its right side and do the same.

Step 4. Place your MacBook on its left side and repeat the procedure.

Please note that when using a compressed air cylinder, a small amount of liquid may be released from it. It's harmless, just wipe it off your keyboard with a tissue.

Our drugstore method for cleaning your MacBook keyboard

To blow MacBook keyboard from dirt, you can use not only compressed air. You can simply blow on the buttons with your mouth, but this is not as effective.

It is better to use a “Pear” type enema-syringe from the nearest pharmacy for purging. Don't laugh - the method works quite well. Roma Yuriev wore it a couple of years ago.

Blow air out of the device so that it fits under the keys. The faster you compress the rubber part of the device, the more efficient the process will be.

Which syringe to choose? I took the smallest version with a plastic tip to prevent blockages, which I do once a week.

If the blockage is serious, it is better to pay attention to the larger option. With it it will be easier to create a powerful stream of air.

How to avoid problems with keyboard sticking 100%

To protect the keyboard from dirt and further sticking, you can use special covers, which are abundant on AliExpress for every taste.

But working with them on a MacBook is terribly inconvenient. I don't recommend this option.

Buttons sometimes get stuck not only on new MacBooks, but also on old ones. Usually it is recommended to disassemble the keyboard for cleaning, but in practice this only leads to breakdowns - Mikk has already proven this.

We will tell you how to clean your keyboard without vandalism using a couple of proven methods if the buttons on it are already sticking or are just being assembled.

Five minutes once a week and the buttons on my 2017 MacBook Pro work like a charm. Yours will be no worse.

Why do the keys on a MacBook periodically stick? The keys start to stick only because foreign particles get under them. There are no other options, and buttons even with a broken mechanism do not behave this way.

If something gets under the button, it prevents it from being pressed, and it seems to you that it is simply stuck to the base. That's why they say the key is “stuck.”

In 2017, “Butterfly” was updated to the 2nd generation, the problem began to appear less frequently, but remained.

However, the services say that they are regularly contacted not only by owners of new MacBooks, but also by old ones. Why? Residues of food and dust. Yes, these are the most frequent guests of your keyboard, who happily find hidden places under the keys and prevent them from being pressed.

If you eat near a MacBook, you have already encountered or will encounter this problem in the near future.

If you don't eat near your MacBook, dust will still fall on it, so you won't be able to avoid it getting stuck. Pieces of skin and sweat. Microscopic parts of your body, to a lesser extent, can also cause sticky keys.

To minimize the effect, do not forget to maintain hygiene - just wash your hands with soap often. Tea and water with sugar. Liquids with sugar are critical for the keyboard. In this case, it will not be possible to completely get rid of the sticking even after cleaning.

The only correct solution was to replace the keyboard. That's what I did.

How Apple advises cleaning laptop keyboards Apple has not officially recognized the problem with MacBook keys sticking. And it was pointless to do this, because this could be avoided with banal accuracy.

But a large stream of criticism against the company forced it to update the Butterfly, which became more practical - this is a step towards users.

And last year, the manufacturer released a guide on cleaning the keyboard from dirt using compressed air.

Yes, Apple suggests simply blowing out food debris and other foreign objects from under the keys with a special balloon.

By the way, you can easily find one like this in any modern electronics store or order it online. The asking price is 200-400 rubles. Step 1: Hold your MacBook so that its keyboard is at a 75-degree angle to you—no need to place it vertically. Step 2. Blow the entire keyboard or only the most problematic keys, first from left to right, and then from right to left. Step 3: Place your MacBook on its right side and do the same. Step 4: Place your MacBook on its left side and repeat the procedure.

Please note that when using a compressed air cylinder, a small amount of liquid may be released from it. It's harmless, just wipe it off your keyboard with a tissue.

Our method for cleaning a MacBook keyboard from the pharmacy To blow dirt off your MacBook keyboard, you can use more than just compressed air. You can simply blow on the buttons with your mouth, but this is not as effective.

It is better to use a “Pear” type enema-syringe from the nearest pharmacy for purging. Don't laugh - the method works quite well. Roma Yuriev tested it on himself a couple of years ago.

Blow air out of the device so that it gets under the keys. The faster you compress the rubber part of the device, the more efficient the process will be. Which syringe to choose? I took the smallest version with a plastic tip to prevent blockages, which I do once a week.

If the blockage is serious, it is better to pay attention to the larger option. With it it will be easier to create a powerful stream of air.

How to avoid problems with keyboard sticking 100% To protect the keyboard from dirt and further sticking, you can use special covers, which are full on AliExpress for every taste.

But working with them on a MacBook is terribly inconvenient. I don't recommend this option.

It is better to thoroughly blow off dust from the laptop buttons with a syringe or compressed air from a cylinder at least once every one to two weeks. Then you are unlikely to encounter sticking.

And if you can’t handle the problem yourself, go to service. Do not try to disassemble the keyboard - do not repeat the mistakes of others.

Fair, not overpriced and not underestimated. There should be prices on the Service website. Necessarily! without asterisks, clear and detailed, where technically possible - as accurate and concise as possible.

If spare parts are available, up to 85% of complex repairs can be completed in 1-2 days. Modular repairs require much less time. The website shows the approximate duration of any repair.

Warranty and responsibility

A guarantee must be given for any repairs. Everything is described on the website and in the documents. The guarantee is self-confidence and respect for you. A 3-6 month warranty is good and sufficient. It is needed to check quality and hidden defects that cannot be detected immediately. You see honest and realistic terms (not 3 years), you can be sure that they will help you.

Half the battle is Apple repair- this is the quality and reliability of spare parts, so a good service works with suppliers directly, there are always several reliable channels and your own warehouse with proven spare parts for current models, so that you do not have to waste extra time.

Free diagnostics

This is very important and has already become a rule of good manners for service center. Diagnostics is the most difficult and important part of the repair, but you don't have to pay a penny for it, even if you don't repair the device based on its results.

Service repairs and delivery

Good service values your time, so he offers free shipping. And for the same reason, repairs are carried out only in the workshop of a service center: correctly and according to technology can only be done in a prepared place.

Convenient schedule

If the Service works for you, and not for itself, then it is always open! absolutely. The schedule should be convenient to fit in before and after work. Good service works on weekends and holidays. We are waiting for you and working on your devices every day: 9:00 - 21:00

The reputation of professionals consists of several points

Company age and experience

Reliable and experienced service has been known for a long time.
If a company has been on the market for many years and has managed to establish itself as an expert, people turn to it, write about it, and recommend it. We know what we are talking about, since 98% of incoming devices in the service center are restored.
Other service centers trust us and refer complex cases to us.

How many masters in areas

If there are always several engineers waiting for you for each type of equipment, you can be sure:
1. there will be no queue (or it will be minimal) - your device will be taken care of right away.
2. you give to Macbook repair an expert in the field of Mac repairs. He knows all the secrets of these devices

Technical literacy

If you ask a question, a specialist should answer it as accurately as possible.
So that you can imagine what exactly you need.
They will try to solve the problem. In most cases, from the description you can understand what happened and how to fix the problem.