Keyboard malfunction

I cleaned my mac keyboard with a wipe, now a bunch of keys don't work. I tried drying it in the sun. Not much better

Posted on Aug 16, 2019 6:57 PM

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babowa

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Aug 16, 2019 7:13 PM in response to theodoreXNAVFAC

What kind of "wipe"? Electronics and liquids or chemicals do now mix. You may need to replace the keyboard - you can take it to your nearest Apple store and have them examine it.

kaz-k

Level 9

51,084 points

Aug 16, 2019 11:08 PM in response to theodoreXNAVFAC

Is it wired or wireless keyboard?

If you have PC USB keyboard, try to connect it and see if it works.

If you don't, as babowa told, you'd better make Genius Bar reservation to see them your keyboard.

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