How to Fix a Dell Laptop Key

Try to buy the matching parts if the original parts have gone missing.,Add glue to the edges of the membrane on the bottom side.,Stick the membrane at the new area where you want the key to go.,Put the retainer on top of the membrane.,Attach the key...

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Step-by-Step Guide

  1. Step 1: Try to buy the matching parts if the original parts have gone missing.

    If you cannot find the matching parts within your price range, you can try to replace the key with another key on your keyboard.

    Select the key that you want to use as the replacement.

    You may want to use one of the "Alt" or "Ctrl" keys since the keyboard has 2 of these.

    Remove the replacement key from its original place by tugging on it gently.

    Raise the key retainer away from the keyboard but don't remove it completely.

    Make sure the 2 connecting pieces on the back remain attached to the membrane underneath.

    Slide a sharp object under the membrane to lift it off the keyboard. ,,,,
  2. Step 2: Add glue to the edges of the membrane on the bottom side.

  3. Step 3: Stick the membrane at the new area where you want the key to go.

  4. Step 4: Put the retainer on top of the membrane.

  5. Step 5: Attach the key cap on top of the retainer by pressing it down until you hear a snap.

Detailed Guide

If you cannot find the matching parts within your price range, you can try to replace the key with another key on your keyboard.

Select the key that you want to use as the replacement.

You may want to use one of the "Alt" or "Ctrl" keys since the keyboard has 2 of these.

Remove the replacement key from its original place by tugging on it gently.

Raise the key retainer away from the keyboard but don't remove it completely.

Make sure the 2 connecting pieces on the back remain attached to the membrane underneath.

Slide a sharp object under the membrane to lift it off the keyboard. ,,,,

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