Spacebar on your keyboard sticks or doesn't register
A sticking spacebar is dirt or crumbs under the key. Disconnect your keyboard and turn it upside down, then tap it gently over a trash bin to dislodge the debris. If that doesn't work, use compressed air to blow it out. This fixes it for most users.
Your spacebar sticks because dust, crumbs, or liquid has built up under the key and is stopping it from moving properly. Turning the keyboard upside down and tapping it or using compressed air to blow out the debris fixes this.
- ✓Have a trash can or bin ready to catch debris
- ✓Have compressed air available for cleaning
- ✓Keep your keyboard unplugged while cleaning
Fix-IT-Bot will walk you through each step, just tap, no typing needed.
Skip, I just want a technicianCommon mistakes to avoid
- Not cleaning thoroughly enough and giving up after one attempt
- Using water to clean instead of compressed air or a dry cloth
- Trying to pry the spacebar open. This breaks the key permanently.
- Not waiting long enough for a wet keyboard to dry before using it
Signs you need professional help
- If you've tapped the keyboard, used compressed air, and let it dry but the spacebar still sticks, give us a call and we'll check if the switch is broken.
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