How to Temporarily Remove Keys from a MacBook

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How to Temporarily Remove Keys from a MacBook
How to Temporarily Remove Keys from a MacBook
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MacBooks are amazing and very reliable computers that very rarely fail. However, sometimes some residue can get stuck under a key blocking its functionality. In order to remove the obstacle you will need to remove the offending key from the keyboard. This tutorial shows you the steps you need to take to achieve your goal.

Steps

Temporarily Remove a Key from a Macbook Step 1
Temporarily Remove a Key from a Macbook Step 1

Step 1. Identify a well-lit area to work in, and get a nail file or utility knife with a nail file

Temporarily Remove a Key from a Macbook Step 2
Temporarily Remove a Key from a Macbook Step 2

Step 2. Slide the nail file under the button you want to remove

Watch the video available at this link to understand exactly how to do it. In the video it looks like something is breaking, but don't worry, it's all normal. If some of the small pieces that make up the structure to which the button you removed is fixed should slip out of their seats, keep them carefully without losing them.

Temporarily Remove a Key from a Macbook Step 3
Temporarily Remove a Key from a Macbook Step 3

Step 3. The process of assembling the keys that you have removed can be variable, because sometimes the components that handle the movement of pressing the button may also have been removed

  • If the small pieces of white plastic placed under the removed key remain connected to the computer keyboard, the only thing you need to do is firmly press the key inside its original seat, until you hear a 'click'.
  • If the small pieces of white plastic that manage the pressing movement of the key have also been removed, before proceeding with the assembly of the removed key, it will be necessary to reinstall them in their original seat.

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