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How to fix single buttons of a LED strip remote

Introduction

This guide shows what you can do when some buttons on your LED strip's remote control still work, and others don't.

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  1. How to fix single buttons of a LED strip remote, Remove the front sticker: step 1, image 1 of 2 How to fix single buttons of a LED strip remote, Remove the front sticker: step 1, image 2 of 2

    • The white front of the remote is a sticker. Peel it off.

    • You can remove the battery and poke a pen or screwdriver through the hole to push the sticker up.

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  2. How to fix single buttons of a LED strip remote, Inspecting the buttons: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • The inside of the buttons has grey circles made from a conductive material. When pressed down, the grey conductive material connects two sides of a switch and lets the electricity flow.

    • The grey circles on the inside of the buttons that don't work might be worn off. If that is the case, this guide will help you fix them.

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  4. How to fix single buttons of a LED strip remote, Prepare conductor: step 3, image 1 of 2 How to fix single buttons of a LED strip remote, Prepare conductor: step 3, image 2 of 2

    • Color a corner of your sticky label in with pencil. It should be about as large as the grey circles inside the buttons.

    • Cut the penciled bit of label off.

    • Repeat as many times as you have buttons to fix.

    • Pencils are made from graphite, which conducts electricity.

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  5. How to fix single buttons of a LED strip remote, Place conductor: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Stick your bit(s) of penciled label inside the broken button(s).

    • You can use scissors or tweezers for easier placement.

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Conclusion

Put the front sticker back onto the remote.

Re-insert the battery, if you removed it.

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