Clean your laptop the easy way

Whether you're working from home more often or sharing your laptop with more people than usual, now is a good time to think about how to keep it clean.
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[@jatomo]

Take a bucket. Fill with hot water. Put a laptop in it. Leave for 3-5 hours. Buy a new laptop. Easy. Done.

[@hanii_9433]

I-

[@Quick_Cricket_Thrills]

Will u give the money to buy a new laptop? If u can give money to buy a new laptop then i can apply your technique on my old laptop..

[@alialiprince5948]

Are u mad ??

[@marialauraperugini9270]

thank u👁️👄👁️

[@Emir-xq7jt]

I will try and share my experiences.

[@sndrc9]

FYI: Don't use a vacuum cleaner since it creates a large static build up that could (and most likely will) discharge into the sensitive electronics inside your computer and possibly damage your laptop.

[@gamingwithhard8k878]

ok imma do it rn i wnat it :D

[@udayyadav8949]

Can i use my hair dryer?

[@sndrc9]

@@udayyadav8949 yes use it without heat

[@gamingwithhard8k878]

@@udayyadav8949 yea

[@udayyadav8949]

Ok thanku

[@gagangill5512]

Where is Gopy bahu... last time i saw her doing it, she did a damn good job 😂😂

[@hvs8]

😂😂 you have a very good memory

[@raghavgaba2731]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@devjyotbrahma9279]

i knew i was going to find atleast one of these comment

[@Riteshphondke]

🤣🤣

[@loki7874]

india op

[@manumasajnik]

This was I think the most clear and understandable tutorial in all of history.

[@FallenGrey]

steady on now

[@ACOnetwork]

1. Do not use any chemicals for screen on heavy filth use non agressive window cleaner. 2. If you have mechanical hard disk drive inside laptop DO NOT SHAKE IT, drop it, ...! You can damage disk drive. 3. If you shake your laptop, be sure, you are holding screen and bottom part FIRMLY, otherwice something can break. 4. Make sure that cloth is bearly wet before wiping, squize liquid out as much as you can.

[@maryjanehansen7947]

oops

[@kamilbrawl1218]

5 do not use water for pc which is not waterproof

[@gertwallen]

I clean the laptop in the dishwasher at high temp once a month, just make sure to power off your laptop and remove the battery before. After cleaning, let the laptop completely dry for 24 hours before power it on again. Who cares if it doesn't work afterwards, you'll own a shiny beautiful laptop that you can show off to your family and friends.

[@inonil309]

WWWWWhat.. ? in dishwasher ?

[@Luke-yi1vz]

Tried this and tbh thanks for the advice really works!

[@MargaretJones-n8m]

It's a joke...

[@prajyotshinde6995]

I tried, it worked thanks

[@somedayitsgonnamakesense]

"when you give your keyboard a really GOOD BLOW"

[@johammerstein3605]

your keyboard will be happy.

[@Djako.023]

Michael Josias *intens blowing*

[@xisortas6786]

THE PLEASUREEE

[@ravalika_ramesh]

But it's getting clean instead of getting dirty! 😂

[@irfants5]

SUS

[@emmanuelchidera1655]

"Resume watching Netflix while you re suppose to be working" LMAO 😆

[@steatlthyfolf]

Love that part 😂🤣😆

[@stparm]

i dont have a compressed air blower or a can of air so im just gonna use my leaf blower

[@diesels_girl9695]

I was just going to use my dads air compressor lol

[@TDYT103]

I feel like that honestly would work

[@ishan4467]

I just used a hair dryer lol

[@danieltyler2062]

Seriously, thank you for the simple, detailed general surface cleaning instructions. Great job.

[@lisama2748]

Idk why but I it’s so satisfying to watch this video😂 literally wishing my laptop got cleaned automatically after I watched u cleaned urs lmao

[@TheTwick]

Suck instead of blow? I seem to remember someone saying don’t use blow on a keyboard because you will drive dust deeper into mechanization. They said a vacuum cleaner type device was better (which they conveniently had to sell). True or not?

[@annoikki]

Suction makes more sense here, as air blowing will drive them deeper unless you do it at an angle? Even then, I clean my PS4 with suction, never going to use an air blower on it.

[@v1d300]

On keyboard vacuuming might not be that helpful as dust gets trapped which needs to be forced out, suction cannot reach unless you are really really close to it. Blowing on it would push the dust deeper but blowing around it would not, it would actually help to push it outwards. Also do not use a vacuum cleaner to suck around computer parts, suction creates static charge around the plastic nozzle which could be harmful for electronics.

[@darker_parker]

A question for the ages!

[@John_Ass]

You could use both at the same time I guess, you blow the keyboard and at the same time you suck it... Yeah

[@johnsongab4211]

I blow the inside of my keyboard and i heard some really scratchy fans but it was fine and some dirt came out under the laptop

[@ravalika_ramesh]

Everything he does and speaks seems so SARCASTIC! 😂 loved it!

[@jaidenfelizguzman511]

right?! jajajajsd

[@shafu2984]

@@jaidenfelizguzman511 jaajajajjajjajajajajaajajajjalllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllll

[@KaTiToYs_81]

I love that Voltron display at your back....

[@guilhermeteixeira7095]

What is the best way to clean my laptop keyboard once I don't have a compressed air blower or anything similar ?

[@Nanyael]

Just buy compressed air can. But I recommend to buy an air compressor.

[@rohinishagarwal9695]

dude, this guy is actually funny, he made a laptop cleaning session actually fun

[@mellocruz17]

This video is very simply practical and useful tips!

[@untitledgoose1637]

I agree

[@biggreenbananas8929]

@@untitledgoose1637 mee too

[@totlicker]

So you needed “simply practical and useful tips” to put cloth in a bowl of water and soap then to wipe it on the surface of your laptop? ngl most of these “useful tips” were just common sense

[@DanielleChiefmuh-fuq]

@@totlicker I was literally about to comment that. That's exactly what I was thinking watching this bs. I honestly can't even believe I watched this whole thing. LOL. Like, if you need a video to do this then even this "simply practical and useful tips" video can't help you. hahah

[@MacoveiVlad]

The alcohol on the keys can erase the labels over time. Speaking from experience. Also be careful when using hand sanitizer for the same reason. Wait until it evaporates from your hands.

[@aeternapuella8890]

[@JaneAustenAteMyCat]

I read that and thought you meant it's going to erase my hands... D'oh!

[@josherilofficial3986]

How to clean ports?

[@MacoveiVlad]

@@josherilofficial3986 if you are asking about USB ports i guess a tooth pick might work for usb-a or a little dental brush for cleaning between teeth (it is made out of a looped thin twisted metal wire with plastic bristles embedded between the two halves of the loop) could work for usb-c. Also, a vacuum cleaner might do the trick if the grime inside the port is not sticky.

[@iamTW64]

Love these CNET How-To videos, equal parts informative and funny! Great job! 👍💯

[@marianserra8371]

Love that little blower instead of compressed air! Thanks again CNET!

[@chinedulinus2316]

How can you be this funny with such a serious expression 😅😅

[@juniorsumera3935]

Can i use my laptop? While charging?

[@henokh.c]

Yes, on a newer generation laptop

[@sophiebright1301]

That bin is AMAZING

[@khantzayya1215]

I don't know how to clean my laptop screen and keyboard even this watch but now , i know it and i'll care to my device and thank you for sharing.

[@bigstronkbee]

1:38 Screen 2:13 The keyboard

[@gonicito]

Would you advise the same chemicals for an HP Aluminum Laptop?

[@BigBrotherMars]

The soapy bowl of water being so close to the laptop drove me a little crazy

[@sandeepch2797]

Or just using washing machine😂

[@SamLiewXiaoSam]

Instructions unclear my laptops changed color

[@sunyadong1988]

you try first😄

[@niladri1404]

which mode normal or gentle? haha!

[@safanjadorff3340]

Or put it in the dishwasher😀😂

[@toughdawg]

NOOO STOP 😂😂

[@one-hf8gp]

Your clean laptop doesn't require more cleaning

[@Darkspam]

Tysm this helped me alot how much i tryed to clean it i couldn't get the dust off know i did it thanks to u tysm! 😀

[@90shorrortv7]

lmao he's so funny and have serious expression

[@akindoyinkehindesolomon7251]

I like his sarcasm

[@joshawesome1034]

ive never seen someone shake a laptop like that until now :o

[@shabuliohysnuiuujjj]

ya i will not do that beacause when i do that my computer hard disk will pop out and trouble

[@ilikedoggys4050]

@@shabuliohysnuiuujjj same

[@mikshinee87]

He wanted to beat the devil out of it. 😈😈😈😈

[@saturnday160]

This was really helpful! I hadn't thought of using alcohol for the keys, which were the main issue.

[@leotimtom6637]

I use to attach vacuum cleaner at the top of the laptop when removing the keyboard and blow the leafblower at the exit vent, forcing all the dust in the fan , where the vacuum cleaner sucks it up. This way you don`t need to dismantle the laptop. The best suggestion for owning a long lasting laptop, is buying one that has got an easy access to cooling fan. That is why I buy older laptops, so I can easily clean them. Laptop manufacturers know that it would cost them nothing to design a lid that would uncover the cooling fan, but they don`t do it, so I don`t buy their laptops.

[@ellaluke4028]

You didn't clean the mouse pad on the laptop. Do you still use the soapy water for that too.?

[@aidencastle]

Guys, if you don't have any blower or compressed air, you can just use a straw and suck all that tasty dust in.

[@riyakushwaha8689]

What alcohol or liquid did you use to clean the keyboard?

[@thedarkknight9193]

Me who has no compressed air can: *Deep Breath* *Blow* Edit: This is a joke do not spit on your keyboard.

[@joshuatochhawng8884]

You could cover it

[@johnkennethbuagayan7127]

How often should I clean a laptop like this way? A week or atleast 1 month?

[@tyke4real]

Thank you for helping me get my laptop clean! However, do you have any recommendation on how to remove bleach stains on my laptop due to using Clorox wipes to clean it (this happened before I watched your video)?

[@Elfdaughter]

Unfortunately once a laptop has been marked with bleach, you'll never remove that - all you can do is pop a skin over it!

[@Eva-zy4gw]

great video, calm and straight to case.

[@creationchannel6]

Very simple but practical. Thanks.

[@techbyusman]

I don't recommend blower. One of my laptop was damaged and It did not turn on after I applied blower. I think the compressed air with such pressure can damage the sensitive instruments in the laptop.

[@JasonGafar]

I just tried the techniques. It actually was really effective. Thanks.

[@PriyadarshanDayal]

should we try this at home ?

[@priyojitdeb1891]

Thanks. I needed this.

[@kalebtran5049]

My laptop is made of anodized aluminum and gathers finger prints really easily, can I use this method or will it damaged the finish

[@sexyskinnygeneralxjiemomo597]

Best way to wash a laptop *proceds to watch Indian drama

[@criptik5208]

What

[@mayurkhade3791]

@@criptik5208 Search "Gopi Bahu Laptop video" on youtube. Thanks

[@shivankitss8396]

Ahhh yes. I remember that one 😂

[@alixeaawsome]

thank u, like my laptops soo darn dirty I just get disgusted because of these crusty musty things. also, i recommend you all use a hair dryer I tried it and it worked very well, i only used it because I did not have any of those blower things

[@internetexplorer9898]

Seeing that bowl of soap mixture next to the laptop is giving me anxiety

[@emogoesboom]

same ;-;

[@hailiesbong2734]

Google Chrome is better

[@ganeshbankar1945]

Which was that Laptp from DELL

[@christiandominiclangreo5101]

I died in the end where the laptop didn't turn on >_

[@shivankitss8396]

😂

[@Geraet]

how frequently is it recommended to do this cleaning procedure? Especially when you're using your Laptop outdoors a lot?

[@hrsi746]

Hey I enjoyed the video and thank you for it, wandered if you could attach an amazon link for the air blower it would be superb thanks up ahead😁

[@bhagyashrimatthe7476]

Do u face heating issues with your dell laptop?

[@기인열전-l6o]

what do you give your keyboard such a good blow with? I wanna get that one

[@kj6597]

Compressed air? I'm sure you can find one on Amazon

[@aazraf]

@@kj6597 5 months

[@gampas7973]

Leaf blower

[@phrog9618]

Here is how I could clean your computer with 5 easy steps. 1) Shake out the dust, or turn ur computer around and tap the back of your keyboard, and see all the dust fall onto the screen. 2) Wipe that muck off the screen , and while your at it wipe of the whole computer for dust. 3) Get a clorox wipe, rinse it out and maek sure its really dry then wipe off your whole computer EXCEPT FOR THE SCREEN. 4) Get 2 cotton swabs and some rubbing alcohol, and dip them in alchohol and get into the vents, and clean the keyboard again with them. *Screen Cleaning* 1) Get a window cleaner. (I use the Spray away: Foaming action window cleaner) and apply it to a dry rag and clean it with that. 2) Clean of any marks left with a glasses wipey thing

[@withlovetia_]

gopi bahu got inspiration from thissss

[@agarryking]

I am just wondering, would a device that vacuums be better than a blower? Wouldn't you just be blowing jetsam further in? My partner is a physical chemist, at a National Laboratory, who uses a great deal of sensitive electronic equipment, to test air samples and aerosols and clouds, and they vacuum them all the time. I see the comment below, but am still wondering, because whether it is sucking or blowing it's still all forced air.

[@cayluna6454]

two seconds in and you already made my day. I love it!

[@johnvincentcasas8614]

Why are blowing it instead by sucking the dirt out? Isn't that more effective?

[@SalMans838]

I got peanut butter and hair underneath my keys, don't ask why.

[@lazyvideoproductions2979]

Wtf

[@dgriffin6074]

Any reason why you blow air to remove debris rather than using, say, a hand vacuum? Seems the former risks blowing debris further into crevices.

[@chetanmandavi8313]

3:50 anyone noticed Back side 😂 Through the door

[@billygamer2137]

Lol hahah

[@tatacookyjeonkim567]

Yeah is it his twin or whut?

[@chetanmandavi8313]

@@tatacookyjeonkim567 Yea Right They are twins

[@oneworldonelife2023]

Never use a blower to clean a computer. The dust blows in every direction and can settle on contact points on the motherboard as well as the external port contact surfaces. Suction is better to suck out the dust instead. Also make sure that water doesn't drip on the screen on on the keyboard.

[@zombietori23]

I need to be able to see more from this guy, not just cnet. I want this guy to have his own youtube. lmao.

[@forestking-wilds7886]

2:24 not gonna lie that looks like a good way to break the hinges if not worse

[@Ben_allan111]

You just know this vid is his morning routine

[@joksizantos7520]

Was it really blow? I tried to suck... I think im doing it wrong

[@twizzbharat2577]

Thanks! I can't keep my razer blade 15 clean 😬 need to skin it perhaps

[@dek5775]

sure thats how to clean it normally but i dk if u can clean the insides out without well making a mess

[@musiconlyYT_2016]

3:42 😂🤣

[@mistet7938]

Called out wow, I can't believe it

[@belovedtruth3447]

I feel attacked

[@kennethbrady]

dig The Replacements poster.

[@Mr.SandmanInc]

my favorite part is when it doesnt turn on at the end.

[@jeevithakitdal4983]

😂😂😄

[@Sbi_life]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@tezr4ct835]

this video is so calm and chill.. i love it

[@insighttheheart5093]

Thank you sir. It helped me a lot

[@prodevmahi4901]

which cloth is it , what is its name please clarify

[@kaelmn]

I washed mine with the dishes and left it to dry for like 2 hours. Looks squeaky clean

[@immortalwitch]

is there any after effect? is your laptop still doing okay???

[@survivingsicklecell1732]

Beautiful video on how to clean up dust from my darling PC ❤️🇯🇲🙏

[@imadfarooqui7721]

Super helpful and fun to watch too! :D Thanks much!

[@saadpatel8613]

ive got an hp pavilion x360 will this method be okay to clean it up?

[@yoyocn2991]

I love cleaning, very helpful video thanks!

[@akenpiyathilaka9532]

Mom u should be in the kitchen! Lol

[@sacred_stephh]

Dishsoap or alcohol for the touchpad?

[@Nuts4Lego]

me after my laptop doesn't turn back on : O_O

[@IruiRen]

Lmao. What did you expect he used soap

[@Sinnohy]

I've been laying my wrist/palm on the area below my laptop's keyboard for so long, it left a mark. I tried cleaning it but it doesn't go away. any solutions please?

[@Big007Boss]

Alcohol on the keyboard sometimes takes off the printed letters off the keys

[@1028xyzaks7]

Thanks I Think this is the very Good Way to clean your laptop

[@deepgamdi1007]

how to clean a cleaned laptop ok thank you

[@UserUser-pt8ih]

What's the laptop model please tell me sir...

[@theragingtwo9492]

great video! no one taught me this for ages :)

[@jasoneverett4726]

What was the alcohol solution for cleaning the keyboard keys please?

[@laurentiuciocanel8973]

Not only informative and helpful but also funny👏🏻

[@peterwc4159]

You said to use a blower for keyboard? Why not a portable vacuum with a brush instead?

[@choke9999]

Really useful. Thanks a lot

[@comfortbwp]

i always have a lot of dust on my laptop. i try to dust every day or so but the dust keeps coming. thanks for your video

[@bigstronkbee]

Very helpful! No more smudges!

[@lasindunuwanga5292]

Thank u. This is minimal. I appreciate that...

[@emme7314]

How did you know I was watching Netflix?

[@meowmeow7598]

Is it okay to clean using alchohol?