Thank you so much for this video! My son ripped the keys off of my MacBook and took the components of the switch apart. This is my first Mac so I had no idea how to fix this. This video definitely saved me a lot of frustration and a trip to geek squad!
This is, by FAR, the best video on replacing the Macbook Air Keys. Thank you so much. It helped me so much. I hope everyone else who encounters this problem finds this video first!
Thanks for the tutorial dude. I went into my grandmas house for a small time, but due to the fact that she has 3 cats and 1 dog, I had to clean my MacBook literally every week. One day, I was a little too fast and removed those. At first, I thought I had broken it, but lucky me, I saw this tutorial. Now, I did that, but it’s like pushing a flat button.
What do I do if it's simply not snapping back on? I've tried so many times now and my "V" key, after removing the cap to clean the inside, is not popping back on, I've checked and there's nothing broken, originally it popped in too much and stayed down so it wouldn't have the bounciness like the other keys, but now it's just simply not staying, I'm pretty sure only the top part of the key is locking in, but the bottom part doesn't seem to want to be popping back in. What should I do?
@@larry_berry No lol, it's still broken. I now just have a tiny piece of blu-tack on the underside of the key which is helping it stick, it's even retained the same bounciness as the regular keys (it's still a bit wonky, but much better), so it definitely helped a bunch.
Thanks! Using your tutorials I cleaned the keyboard of a 10 year old Macbook Air with a keyboard that probably have never been deep cleaned before. It's like new! I removed all the normal keys, arrow keys, F-keys, cmd and shift keys and all the normal keys' scissor switches. One thing to note is that the up arrow's switch is upside down compared to the rest. Didn't dare to remove the even larger keys as I was afraid something was gonna break. A couple of switches separated but I was able to reassemble them because none actually broke which I think is impressive of 10 year old plastic.
This video was AMAZING! I started with your previous video on how to remove and clean that went awry. This video helped me backtrack and fix my mistakes and everything is up and running like it is new again! THANK YOU!!!!
This was perfect! I thought I completely broke my command key. The butterfly piece had come apart, and I didn't know what to do with the support bar when putting it back together. This helped me fix the whole thing in no time. Much appreciated!!
now there is no bounce back on the key i fixed, works but is like pushing a flat button. tried twice, no broken bits, everything right direction and snapped in. kind of annoying and very little info on it online.
Thank you! I popped off one key to clean it then it laid flat. So I took it off completely even both pieces separated, your instructions were very good and I got to pop it back and it’s no longer flat! Btw I used my tweezers for this 😅
THANK YOU for making this video! Key popped off and I had no idea I was missing a part, so was able to go on an adventure to find it before vacuuming it up. Fixed it and good as new!
This is probably a long shot, but is there any chance you have ever replaced the rubber cup itself. I do not want to use glue as I know the risk of doing so with the motherboard being directly under the keys. I have yet to find a video on the internet with a fix to this issue. Thank you for any help in advance.
Thank you so much. I thought I was doomed but when I saw your tutorial my keyboard fix like because I wanted to clean my keyboard I popped it off. You deserve an Oscar winning award my guy.
My "m" key is no longer sticking up because I removed it to clean out debris. it still works, surprisingly, but the fact that it doesn't actually press down is incredibly annoying. can anyone help me lift the key back up so it's all springy again?
Did anyone notice the keys being a bit higher and clicky-er than before removal? I cleaned a key and now is seems a little loose, makes a clicky sound when pressed, unlike the other keys that are more silent
Thanks for the video! It was indeed hard to fix the damn "delete" key on my MacBook air since it had a slightly different design. Following the "ridge" to match the bottom and top parts did the trick. Thanks again!
Oh sweet lord (Eric), thank you for this video. Like Krista, I accidentally took out the key switch when trying to clean my "S" key and these detailed instructions saved me and my "S." Thanks a bunch man!
Thank you for the explanation. During the process I accidentally unglued the little white flexible dot and now the key is not as responsive... Do you have any idea of what glue I can use to glue it back properly ?
I've seen a couple comments like this already, but what if the key is stuck flat...I've tried to replace it and when I press it down it stays depressed.
Thanks, this had exactly what I needed to know, after hours of searching through unhelpful videos. I reassembled my scissor switch and got it reinstalled and working again.
I accidentally pulled off two keys, one I only pulled off the keycap but the other I also pulled out the plastic pieces. I managed to put back the first keycap and the plastic pieces but I can't put back the second keycap. What should I do? I did find a crack on the second key cap but I don't see why it would effect whether it should go in or not. I cant tell my parents to ask a professional to fix it nor buy me a new cap because they would literally kill me for pulling out these keycaps. Also your video was really useful! Thank you so much for the help
Eric you are a LIFESAVER!!!!! My "a" key stopped working today and I was able to find this video fairly quickly! Thank you so much for putting this detailed explanation and walk-through online! It's working great now! AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA
Hi @@thecollegepicker Eric! I'm back with a follow-up question :) I've noticed in your videos that the little rubber/silicone cups under the key caps (in the center of the switch) seem to be attached? Do you know what to do if one comes loose? (The one on my "A" key was unattached last time and I just put it in the center of the switch before I put the cap back on, and I think that might be why it's not working again.)
This video was really helpful thank you. I may have inadvertently bent a piece of the switch in the small space where the two pieces of the scissor switch connect. After straightening it and reconnecting the keys, it works well. Should I be concerned or is it likely fine?
Hello man, I hope you reply to me, I have just broken one of the keys(right arrow) and you know how there is like a hook structure kinda hold it in place? it is broken in one side of the key, so I need a new key, do you how to buy a new one? it is mac air m1 btw
What's up man. I'm not familiar with the m1 macbook keyboards yet. I'll make some videos when I get one. But you should be able to get some off eBay. Are you in the US?
@@thecollegepicker i actually tried to repair two, but only one of them started working. maybe its something else wrong with the key but at least i have one less key to worry about
Thank you for the videos! How do I fix the scissor switch on the arrow keys!? That's the only one that got messed up for me. The rest of the keys work perfectly now
Those are tricky. I didn't show in this video but I have a video about the m1 Mac that I show on my channel. That may be helpful to show one technique that I used. I hope it helps
@@thecollegepicker I actually guessed the orientation from looking at how it looked on the video and fixed it. definitely could have messed it up. Thanks again :)
What about if the rubber round part ripped out? Its that one part that when you press on it the letter shows up. Mine is the down arrow that popped out and the rubbery broke.
Thank you. I don't know if my keyboard will be fixed but everyone keeps uploading videos about replacing the keys and almost no one removing the switch!
Was looking for how to change my 'space-bar' key, as I ordered a new one, which. is sitting in front of me, which wasn't shown here unfortunately. It did help on the 3 other keys though. Thanks.
@@thecollegepicker All I know its a 13 Inch 2017 version, The s key isn't working and the mechanism for it won't orientate when I try to Press down on it. Im using an Accesibility Keyboard rn so If you wanna know how Im typing s Im using an In-built keyboard
Does it work as well with power key? The key is at the bottom, so the machine does not turn on properly. It turns off after 2 seconds after starting, and in order for it to turn on you need to press for at least 6 seconds otherwice it won't start.
How do you do the F1-F12 keys? Those scissors are turned sideways, and they are so tiny I can't figure out where to apply pressure so that they pop out
Eric! Im struggling because i take my macbook to repair for this and they want me to charge $250 cause they want to replace the whole keyboard when is only broke the butterfly piece of the control key. Should I try your video or sometimes the problem requieres to change the whole keyboard. If is the second case, when is ok to change the whole keyboard
This worked - although my Macbook Air key cap came off with the white underside attached (I did not separate the two pieces), so I was able to just press it back in place, using the hooks on the bottom first and then the top. Hope it lasts! Thank you so much because of course I lost the "H" key and did not know which side was right side up!
Sorry about that! It was a response to a comment from an other video I made explaining that. I added it to the description, it was a 2014. Thanks for pointing that out, we are all human and make mistakes =)
@@thecollegepicker You're video was extremely helpful to me. I watched it twice, turned off my laptop, and fixed the key that was the problem. The two little plastic pieces had separated, also, it was dirty under there. Thanks very much for your helpful video.
This is on an older MacBook air. The m1 keyboard switches are similar but I believe the clips are in the opposite position. I will need to make a video on that 👍
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Thank you so much for this video! My son ripped the keys off of my MacBook and took the components of the switch apart. This is my first Mac so I had no idea how to fix this. This video definitely saved me a lot of frustration and a trip to geek squad!
You are very welcome. Happy to help
This is, by FAR, the best video on replacing the Macbook Air Keys. Thank you so much. It helped me so much. I hope everyone else who encounters this problem finds this video first!
You are welcome. Happy to help
Same! Thanks!
Thanks for the tutorial dude. I went into my grandmas house for a small time, but due to the fact that she has 3 cats and 1 dog, I had to clean my MacBook literally every week. One day, I was a little too fast and removed those. At first, I thought I had broken it, but lucky me, I saw this tutorial. Now, I did that, but it’s like pushing a flat button.
What do I do if it's simply not snapping back on? I've tried so many times now and my "V" key, after removing the cap to clean the inside, is not popping back on, I've checked and there's nothing broken, originally it popped in too much and stayed down so it wouldn't have the bounciness like the other keys, but now it's just simply not staying, I'm pretty sure only the top part of the key is locking in, but the bottom part doesn't seem to want to be popping back in. What should I do?
Hi there. Were you able to fix it? I have an absolutely same problem.
@@larry_berry No lol, it's still broken. I now just have a tiny piece of blu-tack on the underside of the key which is helping it stick, it's even retained the same bounciness as the regular keys (it's still a bit wonky, but much better), so it definitely helped a bunch.
Thanks! Using your tutorials I cleaned the keyboard of a 10 year old Macbook Air with a keyboard that probably have never been deep cleaned before. It's like new! I removed all the normal keys, arrow keys, F-keys, cmd and shift keys and all the normal keys' scissor switches. One thing to note is that the up arrow's switch is upside down compared to the rest. Didn't dare to remove the even larger keys as I was afraid something was gonna break. A couple of switches separated but I was able to reassemble them because none actually broke which I think is impressive of 10 year old plastic.
Do you know how to fix the down arrow?
This video was AMAZING! I started with your previous video on how to remove and clean that went awry. This video helped me backtrack and fix my mistakes and everything is up and running like it is new again! THANK YOU!!!!
You are very welcome. Happy to help.
This was perfect! I thought I completely broke my command key. The butterfly piece had come apart, and I didn't know what to do with the support bar when putting it back together. This helped me fix the whole thing in no time. Much appreciated!!
HOW! PLEASE I CANNOT GET THE CMND KEY ON!
now there is no bounce back on the key i fixed, works but is like pushing a flat button. tried twice, no broken bits, everything right direction and snapped in. kind of annoying and very little info on it online.
Is this still happening to you? mines doing the same thing.
i just slid my fingernail around the key and a little under for a bit
My space bar is doing the same thing lmk if you found out
Did anyone find an answer to this? My return key is flat and it's driving me crazy!
This is my T key and it's driving me bonkers.
Thank you! I popped off one key to clean it then it laid flat. So I took it off completely even both pieces separated, your instructions were very good and I got to pop it back and it’s no longer flat! Btw I used my tweezers for this 😅
THANK YOU for making this video! Key popped off and I had no idea I was missing a part, so was able to go on an adventure to find it before vacuuming it up. Fixed it and good as new!
You saved me!!! My keyboard was the same as the one in the video which made this super easy to follow. Love from Australia
Thank you so much - I managed to put back the Delete button on my Mac 13!! new subscriber
This is probably a long shot, but is there any chance you have ever replaced the rubber cup itself. I do not want to use glue as I know the risk of doing so with the motherboard being directly under the keys. I have yet to find a video on the internet with a fix to this issue. Thank you for any help in advance.
You need to use glue
this saved my life! the details really count, thank you so much
you are a god send my friend. my four year old pulled off my Y key about a hour ago but I fixed it thanks to you. your awesome!
This was it. This was the video that saved me. Thanks!
Thank you so much. I thought I was doomed but when I saw your tutorial my keyboard fix like because I wanted to clean my keyboard I popped it off. You deserve an Oscar winning award my guy.
Thanks my dude! Good work 👏💯
thank you SO MUCH brother, my one letter key is giving me headache and your video is literally a LIFESAVER. I appreciate your video.
You are welcome bro
Do arrow keys work the same way?
My "m" key is no longer sticking up because I removed it to clean out debris. it still works, surprisingly, but the fact that it doesn't actually press down is incredibly annoying. can anyone help me lift the key back up so it's all springy again?
Did anyone notice the keys being a bit higher and clicky-er than before removal? I cleaned a key and now is seems a little loose, makes a clicky sound when pressed, unlike the other keys that are more silent
Thanks for the video! It was indeed hard to fix the damn "delete" key on my MacBook air since it had a slightly different design. Following the "ridge" to match the bottom and top parts did the trick. Thanks again!
hey can you make a video about it i did it and still cant fix it!
@@stacymegan4769 yeah same
Oh sweet lord (Eric), thank you for this video. Like Krista, I accidentally took out the key switch when trying to clean my "S" key and these detailed instructions saved me and my "S." Thanks a bunch man!
You are welcome 😊. Happy to help.
Thank you for the explanation. During the process I accidentally unglued the little white flexible dot and now the key is not as responsive... Do you have any idea of what glue I can use to glue it back properly ?
Thank you so much!! other vids didnt have the detail!
I've seen a couple comments like this already, but what if the key is stuck flat...I've tried to replace it and when I press it down it stays depressed.
Thanks, this had exactly what I needed to know, after hours of searching through unhelpful videos. I reassembled my scissor switch and got it reinstalled and working again.
can you do it for the command key
I accidentally pulled off two keys, one I only pulled off the keycap but the other I also pulled out the plastic pieces. I managed to put back the first keycap and the plastic pieces but I can't put back the second keycap. What should I do? I did find a crack on the second key cap but I don't see why it would effect whether it should go in or not. I cant tell my parents to ask a professional to fix it nor buy me a new cap because they would literally kill me for pulling out these keycaps. Also your video was really useful! Thank you so much for the help
Thanks alot. Worked perfectly
Thanks, this helped me. Very detailed and informative.
what do i do if my switch broke and the rubber covers fell off
Really helpful video! Thanks!!
Hi Thank you for your video. I was wondering about the escape key and how to install it.
i did everything like you explained it... but my key is still loose :(
i dont get it...
If my key is stuck flat, will this help?
Eric you are a LIFESAVER!!!!! My "a" key stopped working today and I was able to find this video fairly quickly! Thank you so much for putting this detailed explanation and walk-through online! It's working great now! AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA
You are very welcome. 🤝 Happy to help
Hi @@thecollegepicker Eric! I'm back with a follow-up question :) I've noticed in your videos that the little rubber/silicone cups under the key caps (in the center of the switch) seem to be attached? Do you know what to do if one comes loose? (The one on my "A" key was unattached last time and I just put it in the center of the switch before I put the cap back on, and I think that might be why it's not working again.)
hi eric, when i reattach my 'e' key, that key wont bounce back,
I'm so glad the return key had its own chapter i was loosing my mind.
Thank you so much! This saved a ton of frustration!
You are welcome.
This was a big help for me… Thanks for the demonstrations.
You are welcome
thank you bro lots of love,i am gonna subscribe you right now,because of you i have fixed my laptop
Thanks for the video, I have the key left of the "1' not coming up after removing and reinstalling it, could it be it's broken?
What if the membrane part is gone what do i do?
How to replace the silicone rebound dome?
where do we buy the replacement scissor mechanism under the keyboard though?
My keyis not attaching to the switch, the key itself is not broken. Do you think I need a new switch?
How to solve left shift key constantly pressed issue in Monterey?
Kindly help
Can you make a video on how to fix a stuck return key on a MacBook air 2020?
Thanks so much! This helped me, the "M" wasn't clicking.
This video was really helpful thank you. I may have inadvertently bent a piece of the switch in the small space where the two pieces of the scissor switch connect. After straightening it and reconnecting the keys, it works well. Should I be concerned or is it likely fine?
How do you fix the Command key? I tried to follow but it won't stick, it keeps coming out. I'm not sure what to do with the metal thing either.
Hi, I just posted another keyboard video on my channel it should be very similar to other keys I show how to remove.
Hello man, I hope you reply to me, I have just broken one of the keys(right arrow) and you know how there is like a hook structure kinda hold it in place? it is broken in one side of the key, so I need a new key, do you how to buy a new one? it is mac air m1 btw
What's up man. I'm not familiar with the m1 macbook keyboards yet. I'll make some videos when I get one. But you should be able to get some off eBay. Are you in the US?
@@thecollegepicker no I am actually in the UK, but I can't seem to find them on ebay either.
OH MY FUCKING GOD. THANK YOU SO FUCKING MUCH!!! I looked at 10 videos trying to find my correct mac laptop and I find this one. You are a life saver.
You are welcome
THANK YOU SO MUCH. I WAS AFRAID I WAS GOING TO HAVE TO GET A NEW LAPTOP BUT IT ACTUALLY WORKED IM SO GRATEFUL THANK YOU!
You are welcome. How many did you have to repair? Just one switch?
@@thecollegepicker i actually tried to repair two, but only one of them started working. maybe its something else wrong with the key but at least i have one less key to worry about
is there command key
Thank you so much! Very helpful indeed)
Thank You so much ur video really helped
Thank you for the videos! How do I fix the scissor switch on the arrow keys!? That's the only one that got messed up for me. The rest of the keys work perfectly now
Those are tricky. I didn't show in this video but I have a video about the m1 Mac that I show on my channel. That may be helpful to show one technique that I used. I hope it helps
@@thecollegepicker I actually guessed the orientation from looking at how it looked on the video and fixed it. definitely could have messed it up. Thanks again :)
amazing video but how do you do it with the smaller keys?
Hello did you ever find out how to do it with the smaller keys ?
What about if the rubber round part ripped out? Its that one part that when you press on it the letter shows up. Mine is the down arrow that popped out and the rubbery broke.
Mines too does anybody know what's the rubber part called
@@emersonamayagalicia8622 its called rubber spring
I love how you only commented on the comments that work and ignored all the comments of peeople having the same issue.
So the first type you showed is the type I was having a issue with, my S key, but the actual key itself won’t stay in. It just keeps popping out :/
TYSM imma sub and tell my friends about this YOU NEED MORE SUBS
Thanks Aaden 🙏
Thank you. I don't know if my keyboard will be fixed but everyone keeps uploading videos about replacing the keys and almost no one removing the switch!
Happy to help ☺️
does this work for a MacBook Air M1??
Yes but the key design is slightly different
Ok. Did all that . No problem but the key still does not work. Is is the actual electronic receptor?
Was looking for how to change my 'space-bar' key, as I ordered a new one, which. is sitting in front of me, which wasn't shown here unfortunately. It did help on the 3 other keys though. Thanks.
thanks, this worked for me
Mine is different so I cant orientate it, If you could help me please, I have a MacOS Big Sur
Hi, sorry you are having issues. What model and year computer is it? Big sur is the operating system.
@@thecollegepicker All I know its a 13 Inch 2017 version, The s key isn't working and the mechanism for it won't orientate when I try to Press down on it. Im using an Accesibility Keyboard rn so If you wanna know how Im typing s Im using an In-built keyboard
@@thecollegepicker Oh and it the key will work without the cover but Im not willing to type the key without its cover
only video explaining this properly on youtube
Appreciate it 🙏 ☺️
what about for a arrow key ??
Amazing video bro ❤💯😭🤝🏾
Does it work as well with power key? The key is at the bottom, so the machine does not turn on properly. It turns off after 2 seconds after starting, and in order for it to turn on you need to press for at least 6 seconds otherwice it won't start.
How do you do the F1-F12 keys? Those scissors are turned sideways, and they are so tiny I can't figure out where to apply pressure so that they pop out
Eric! Im struggling because i take my macbook to repair for this and they want me to charge $250 cause they want to replace the whole keyboard when is only broke the butterfly piece of the control key. Should I try your video or sometimes the problem requieres to change the whole keyboard. If is the second case, when is ok to change the whole keyboard
my dad going crazy with my moms key board: 1 of the key breaks.
me and him: o no
Totally understand. It sucks when they break but you can fix 💪
what if its my shift key and the holes are bent and when I try to put it back in it just makes my key stay down
Seriously Thankyou.
Thank you I was crying
Yw
This worked - although my Macbook Air key cap came off with the white underside attached (I did not separate the two pieces), so I was able to just press it back in place, using the hooks on the bottom first and then the top. Hope it lasts! Thank you so much because of course I lost the "H" key and did not know which side was right side up!
nicely done
Thanks 👍
F king perfect! My kid took the keyboards all over the place. This saved my life!
Savior!! many thanks!
perfect... fixed in no time
So good.thanks
thank you. Invaluable
It was super helpful. Thank you
You are welcome
what happens if the membrane breaks ?
What year is this? It would be helpful to have that in the description
Sorry about that! It was a response to a comment from an other video I made explaining that. I added it to the description, it was a 2014. Thanks for pointing that out, we are all human and make mistakes =)
@@thecollegepicker You're video was extremely helpful to me. I watched it twice, turned off my laptop, and fixed the key that was the problem. The two little plastic pieces had separated, also, it was dirty under there. Thanks very much for your helpful video.
You are welcome. Glad you got it fixed ☺️
Thanks 🙏
Help! I can't get the command key on the white thing won't go back
Thank you sir.
Thanks for lot.
can u help me figure out on why my key keeps popping off even tho i put it back on right
You may have accidentally broken or bent some small tabs on the keycap or the switch before watching the video.
is this for 2020 MacBook Air m1 ?
This is on an older MacBook air. The m1 keyboard switches are similar but I believe the clips are in the opposite position. I will need to make a video on that 👍
@@thecollegepicker That would be really nice. I am afraid of ripping the keys apart and ruin my new MacBook.
But how do i do the arrow keys
Thank you
uhm what I need to do if I do it by wrong side and now my left arrow key is latched on the right side