Introduction
In this guide, I will show the process of repairing and replacing keycap switches on the GK61 Keyboard mechanical keyboard.
Over a period of time, though keyboards look fine on the exterior, the little crevices collect hair, oils and dust which will affects its performance. This guide will show how easy it is to repair your mechanical keyboard.
What you need
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Use a keycap puller to remove the top and bottom of the keycaps from the keyboard.
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When pulling the keycap, make sure to apply pressure until you hear a click sound from the keycap.
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Using a hand held vacuum cleaner remove any excess dust, hair, and oils.
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Tilting your keyboard will also help for a deeper clean
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Using a Q-Tip with rubbing alcohol, gently clean and rub the crevices around the plate of the keyboard.
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Using a switch puller, pull the keyboard switch from the top and bottom of the switch.
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Grab a replacement switch to replace the broken switch.
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Push the switch straight down into the socket of the switch.
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After drying the keycaps, put the keycaps back into their sockets.
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Align the keycap with the socket of the switch and push straight down with a bit of pressure.
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Ask FixBot
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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