Keyboard Greasy

My Macbook pro keyboard has become very greasy. Any tips on how to clean it off?

MacBook Pro, macOS Sierra (10.12.6), 4GB of Ram

Posted on Dec 3, 2017 11:58 AM

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Posted on Dec 3, 2017 3:49 PM

Ah, the dreaded keyboard grease.


Typically, when I go about cleaning my keyboard, I dampen a tissue with some Windex and gently wipe all the grime off the top.

I'm almost positive Apple completely disagrees with my method, so here's the way you're "supposed to do it."

https://www.padandquill.com/blog/2017/01/02/macbook-cleaning/


Here's what it says for keyboard cleaning:

"If you find dust, use an air duster to help clear it away with ease. Spray the air duster over the MacBook keys and make a few pass over it if your keyboard hasn't been cleaned in a while.

If any sticky residue or grime seems to be stuck on the keyboard, use a q-tip and some rubbing alcohol on the keyboard keycaps. You can also dip the q-tip in a little water and wipe down the exterior. When cleaning your keyboard, be careful to not let any liquid seep in."


That link also has other good cleaning tips, so be sure to check it out.

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Dec 3, 2017 3:49 PM in response to formula1nr

Ah, the dreaded keyboard grease.


Typically, when I go about cleaning my keyboard, I dampen a tissue with some Windex and gently wipe all the grime off the top.

I'm almost positive Apple completely disagrees with my method, so here's the way you're "supposed to do it."

https://www.padandquill.com/blog/2017/01/02/macbook-cleaning/


Here's what it says for keyboard cleaning:

"If you find dust, use an air duster to help clear it away with ease. Spray the air duster over the MacBook keys and make a few pass over it if your keyboard hasn't been cleaned in a while.

If any sticky residue or grime seems to be stuck on the keyboard, use a q-tip and some rubbing alcohol on the keyboard keycaps. You can also dip the q-tip in a little water and wipe down the exterior. When cleaning your keyboard, be careful to not let any liquid seep in."


That link also has other good cleaning tips, so be sure to check it out.

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