How to keep laptop keyboard fresh/clean?

I use the disinfect wipes or hand wipes but a damp rag will do as well. Just make sure they're damp but not dripping. NPR did a study in 2006 and found that disinfect wipes work well and had no effect on keyboards. https://www.npr.org/templates/story/sto ... Id=5364714 Laptops have a membrane under the keyboard so unless it's cracked and worn from age you can be free to clean away without worry. For desktop I also use a can of compressed air but with most keyboards being chiclet style it's not really necessary.

there are laptop keyboard skins/covers you can buy. just make sure you get the right one for your model of laptop.

for desktop just place the keyboard upside down then tap it onto the desk and release a crapload of fun stuff from between the keys.

just don't eat drink around it.
and don't watch 'funny' stuff

I have a Dell laptop that will let you replace the keyboard. Before buying a laptop maybe check if you can replace the keyboard. I replaced my English/French keyboard with a backlit English keyboard for about $40 from eBay. I love my keyboard now.

Awesome, thanks for the suggestions. I'll definitely check out keyboard replacements.

I forgot to mention that for my Dell laptop, there are about 5 little indents all around the keyboard where you can stick the head of a flathead screwdriver (the ones used for eyeglasses) to pop out the keyboard. You just have to unplug the ribbon cable and plug in the new keyboard. My non-backlit keyboard had 1 ribbon cable but the backlit keyboard had 2 cables (I guess the other one is for power). I watched some YouTube videos before I did it.

I try to wash my hands before using my laptop to prolong how clean it lasts in addition to a weekly disinfectant wipe down. I wouldn't recommend a keyboard cover unless you have drinks nearby since the greasy cover usually leaves prints on the display when closed.
If you frequently dock your computer to a monitor I recommend using an external keyboard to reduce wear on the internal.

talking about keyboard regardless laptop or for desktop..u wont believe until you see it..esp at work...I have seen a lot of disgusting keyboards..dont understand how the individual can stand for it..

I clean my keyboard first thing in the morning on each Monday...

fancypantsfloyd wrote: ↑Hi all,

Just wondering how do those who frequently use laptops keep the keyboard fresh and clean? I'm in the market for a new laptop, and I know that after a few months the keys will start to get a little "greasy". Is wiping with a mildly wet cloth sufficient? Unlike desktops, I won't have the luxury to just acquire a new keyboard.

konsensei wrote: ↑ just don't eat drink around it.
and don't watch 'funny' stuff

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This, plus having clean hands when you use it helps. Wipes like others have mentioned or you can get a mini spray bottle from the dollar store, a microfiber cloth and rubbing alcohol 50% or 70% and just fill the bottle, dilute with some water, spray on rag (make sure laptop is off) and wipe down the keys. Thats what I do, no grease and no residue plus what @konsensei said also helps keep food/drink and funky stuff away.

konsensei wrote: ↑ just don't eat drink around it.
and don't watch 'funny' stuff

Exactly!

But, if you have oily palms, gg your keyboard.

jechin1 wrote: ↑ I try to wash my hands before using my laptop to prolong how clean it lasts in addition to a weekly disinfectant wipe down. I wouldn't recommend a keyboard cover unless you have drinks nearby since the greasy cover usually leaves prints on the display when closed.
If you frequently dock your computer to a monitor I recommend using an external keyboard to reduce wear on the internal.

you can always take off the cover before closing the lid

Wash your hands before using the computer and never eat when using your computer

just take it outside spray down with the hose.. hahahaa j/k j/k

buy replacement keyboards. or use an external keyboard.