How do I clean my laptop mouse?

Question

My laptop mouse button no longer works when clicked, or it needs to be clicked and held down to click. How can I clean it really well?

Thanks!

Answer 1

well there's really no way to actually clean underneath the mouse buttons unless you take the laptop apart... only suggestion is to use an air can that blows air in areas you can't reach otherwise... if that doesn't work and you still have a warranty with the laptop manufacturer, then send it back and they'll fix it... another suggestion is to use an external mouse that you can plug into a USB slot...

Answer 2

Computer mice have been around longer than personal computers, and the basic design doesn't look like it's going away anytime soon. When your mouse starts acting up or stops working altogether, it may just need some simple maintenance.

Step One Unplug your mouse and flip it over to see what kind it is. The most common type is mechanical; it has a small rubber ball on its underside that rolls on the desk or mouse pad. These kind of mice are notorious for attracting and retaining crud. If your mouse has no ball but a small light, it's optical, so you can skip ahead to step 6.

Step Two Click to enlargeIf your mouse has a rubber ball, you can probably release it by rotating a locking ring that holds it in place. Look for an arrow telling you which way to push or twist the locking ring (see A).

Step ThreeRemove the ball and carefully clean it with a lint-free cloth or soap and water. Dry it carefully.

Step Four Click to enlargeIf you find crud in the mouse case too, scrape it off with a toothpick (see B) or, if you're desperate, a fingernail.

Step Five Put the mouse back together.

Step Six Clean your optical mouse occasionally with distilled rubbing alcohol and a paper towel. This type of mouse stays clean longer.


Other possible mouse problems

Step One Check the mouse connection at the back of the PC. Is the cable plugged firmly into the correct port? Most newer PCs have a port labeled for the mouse.

Step Two If the mouse cable looks damaged, borrow a mouse from someone else's computer and see if it works with yours. If it does, then your mouse needs to be replaced.

Answer 3

Spray it with Dust off! or wipe it with vinegar?