How To Fix Dell Laptop Keyboard Key

How To Fix Dell Laptop Keyboard Key - Key Install Repair

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@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! Please consider subscribing to my new channel here: www.youtube.com/@jamminpcs. I'm trying to move the easier hardware stuff there so that I can focus on the more in depth troubleshooting and diagnostic videos here :)

@LEOPARDISLIVE 2 күн бұрын

THANK YOU SOO MUCH MAN YOU DONT KNOW HOW MUCH I WAS STRUGGLING MY DAD WOULD HAVE SCOLDED ME IF HE HAD SEEN THE BROKEN KEY THANKS A LOT I CANT TELL HOW MUCH I APPRECIATE YOU

@PC_Monkey 2 күн бұрын

Glad your all set :) Always here if needed !!

@johnkocon5064 10 ай бұрын

Nice vid - I had a problem with keys not registering when pressed, on a laptop I hadn’t used in a while - a real easy fix was to press and hold the key down , and gently twist the tip of a screwdriver in the cracks around the key’s edges - the friction was enough to clean the contacts, without disassembling the key - it’s a good first step to get problem keys working again!

@PC_Monkey 10 ай бұрын

Glad your all set !! Always here if needed :)

@farramichel8023 9 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for this. I was concerned about the hinge clip coming off. Now my keyboard works perfectly again.

@PC_Monkey 9 ай бұрын

Great to hear !! Always here to help :):)

@zizookhan88 Жыл бұрын

You saved my keyboard! You are very underrated and you deserve so much more! Keep up the great work and thanks a lot!

@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

Glad your all set :) Always here if needed !!

@Andrey_Lavrushkin 4 ай бұрын

Thanks! I broke one lug on my button, but watched your video and re-glued fishing line in place of the lug. It was thin so I glued two rows of fishing line and it worked!

@PC_Monkey 4 ай бұрын

Glad your all set :) Always here if needed !!

@peterdienstmann2498 28 күн бұрын

Other videos skipped a lot of the key details (no pun intended) that you included. Great job.

@PC_Monkey 28 күн бұрын

Thanks !! Glad this video was helpful :):)

@meaghangoico3338 3 ай бұрын

Oh my goodness this video saved my butt!!! I broke my T in the middle of writing a research paper and thanks to this got it back together at least so I can finish the paper! Thank you!!!

@PC_Monkey 3 ай бұрын

Glad your all set :) Always here if needed !!

@scottishbob1982 Ай бұрын

My cat just used by keyboard as a scratcing post and ripped off a key... I was able to fix it thanks to this video! Thanks!

@PC_Monkey Ай бұрын

Great to hear !! Always here to help :):)

@Saturn57 2 ай бұрын

You are a life saver! My husband is in IT but if I told him I took the V letter out to clean under it, I'll never hear the end of it 😂😂😂😂

@PC_Monkey 2 ай бұрын

Glad your all set :) Always here if needed !!

@SillyBozo0 7 ай бұрын

I knew this was 1 year ago but it save my dell laptop! Thank you so much

@PC_Monkey 7 ай бұрын

Glad your all set :) Always here if needed !!

@sailorinthetulips3365 17 күн бұрын

i could not be more grateful thank you so much

@PC_Monkey 17 күн бұрын

Happy to help :) Always here if needed !!

@MrOrangeRoblox Ай бұрын

Thank you so much you fixed my M key!😀

@PC_Monkey Ай бұрын

Great to hear !! Always here to help :):)

@MrOrangeRoblox Ай бұрын

@@PC_Monkey could you 3d print the squares?

@MrOrangeRoblox Ай бұрын

sadly i snapped my square

@jghall00 Ай бұрын

Lifesaver. Damaged a key while trying to clear debris from beneath it. The missing key was driving me nuts!

@PC_Monkey Ай бұрын

Glad your all set :) Always here if needed !!

@jackiebecerril3722 2 ай бұрын

Thanks! I was panicking because I was putting it on the wrong way. You saved me from breaking it🙌🏼🙂‍↕️

@PC_Monkey 2 ай бұрын

Glad your all set !! Always here to help :):)

@Knowledgebooster1630 8 күн бұрын

Thanks a lot. You get a new subscriber here! Keep it up bro!

@PC_Monkey 8 күн бұрын

Thanks !! Glad this video was helpful :):)

@kindafallen 6 ай бұрын

DUDE THATNKS A LOTTTSSSS!!!!! the key fell out like for a half a year, but I could put it back in. right now it just totally came out, and i couldn't get it back. THXX

@kindafallen 6 ай бұрын

i mean the vid helped me get it in.

@PC_Monkey 6 ай бұрын

@@kindafallen Glad your all set :) Always here if needed !!

@HenryCarlson-is2cr 4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much, I was very concerned that I had broken my retainer clip because it had come apart into two pieces, thank you for explaining how to fix that and put it back in my keyboard!

@PC_Monkey 4 ай бұрын

Happy to help :) Always here if needed !!

@Mega-Gamer-Nate 6 ай бұрын

I'm super happy with how thorough this is, usually I have to find like 5 different tutorials before I find my issue, but this had everything in one video! My little rubber piece came off and I was worried if gluing it would ruin it, but it seems it should be fine (hopefully gorilla glue works), if not I'll take it to a tech shop but thank you for the helpful tutorial :) (I'm hoping I can also glue my key back together since it came off by breaking in half by being used too much)

@PC_Monkey 6 ай бұрын

Thanks !! Glad this video was helpful :):)

@Goldpony95 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video Jamin. This helped greatly since I had no idea how to push he key back into place. Thanks for the clear instructions!

@PC_Monkey 2 жыл бұрын

Your welcome !! Happy to help :)

@scottishbob1982 Ай бұрын

Thanks!

@ivanminigu 2 ай бұрын

tysm you saved me!!!! I love the video the faq helped me a lot

@PC_Monkey 2 ай бұрын

Great to hear !! Always here to help :):)

@shobhitsoni2224 20 күн бұрын

Thanks a lot for saving my time and money

@PC_Monkey 19 күн бұрын

Your welcome :) Happy to help !!

@darkdragon-q4w Ай бұрын

thanks for this great vid it was a big help but I have a question. I had 2 keys I needed to fix and with the second key I'm pretty sure I broke the thin white piece, so I was wondering what is it called and if I could maybe buy another piece to replace the one I had broke?

@PC_Monkey 29 күн бұрын

Yes, you an replace that part. Usually called a Hinge Clip. I usually get mine on sites like Ebay, Amazon, etc. If you cant find one, you may have to purchase a whole keyboard and take a key from there

@darkdragon-q4w 29 күн бұрын

@@PC_Monkey ok thank you so much for the info and I hope you have a great day :)

@arungowda4782 Ай бұрын

thank you it does work

@PC_Monkey Ай бұрын

Great to hear !! Always here to help :):)

@karenpelky3567 4 ай бұрын

My retainer clip and key came off all in one. What must I do to get the retainer clip out of the key? Love the video and very helpful. Thanks.

@PC_Monkey 4 ай бұрын

Remember to check the FAQ's on my videos! It could save you time getting an answer to common questions :) Because they key can usually not be reinstalled with the Retainer Clip and the Key Cap still attached to each other, you would have to separate them as seen here, using a small flat pry tool.

@sam_codm 7 ай бұрын

Hey I did everything in the video but hinge clip keeps coming off when I press the bottom of my key how can I fix it?

@PC_Monkey 7 ай бұрын

If any component of the key assembly is broken or lost, it would have to be replaced. I usually get my keys on Ebay or www.replacementlaptopkeys.com. If you cannot find a loose key for sale, you may have to purchase a keyboard and take a key from there.

@brandonfarfan1978 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this key repair vid, it is really helpful.👍😎

@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

Great to hear !! Always here to help :):)

@toolikadeep8171 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for such videos!!

@PC_Monkey 4 ай бұрын

Your welcome !! Happy to help :)

@Trash-bf6uu 2 жыл бұрын

Hey! I have a victus laptop and the S key has completely broken off of the laptop and it's showing the metal parts, I was wondering if I take this to a shop is it repairable?

@PC_Monkey 2 жыл бұрын

Most likely, everything is reparable. However, many computer shops do not like doing key repairs. They prefer replacing the keyboard so it depends on where you take it.

@Trash-bf6uu 2 жыл бұрын

@@PC_Monkey Thank you Jamin, I'll probably take it to best buy to see

@PC_Monkey 2 жыл бұрын

@@Trash-bf6uu Good luck !! Let me know how it goes :)

@narayanfintech 3 ай бұрын

thank you bro it was real helpful

@PC_Monkey 3 ай бұрын

Great to hear !! Always here to help :):)

@kanishksingh5146 5 ай бұрын

What about the keyboard? Are there two retainer clips? Which side of the spacebar should I stick my flathead so I don’t break it?

@PC_Monkey 5 ай бұрын

1. I dont understand 'What about the keyboard'? This is a video tutorial on how to replace a key. What is wrong with your keyboard? 2. Does this help with the spacebar? kzbin.info/www/bejne/fqS4ZHuFj7qqr5Y

@kanishksingh5146 5 ай бұрын

@@PC_Monkey apologies. What about the *spacebar

@zain_xs8721 Жыл бұрын

See, im having this issue (with the dell g15 if that helps) where when i put the key on, the bottom two clips arent attached. ive done exactly how youve said and at the end, when i push it down, it returns to that same issue where the bottom two arent hooked on. how can i set it in correctly?

@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

If your Key Cap is not clicking down in place correctly, it is most likely due to the Retainer Clip not being properly installed or damaged. Remove the Cap and inspect for damage or that its not laying down flush and properly snapped in itself. Compare to another Clip if needed by removing another Cap.

@amruthkatari4343 Жыл бұрын

did you find any fix zain?

@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

@@amruthkatari4343 Do you need help?

@amruthkatari4343 Жыл бұрын

@@PC_Monkey yes I have the same problem Zain has

@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

@@amruthkatari4343 If your Key Cap is not clicking down in place correctly, it is most likely due to the Retainer Clip not being properly installed or damaged. Remove the Cap and inspect for damage or that its not laying down flush and properly snapped in itself. Compare to another Clip if needed by removing another Cap.

@MartinTruexFan_19 4 ай бұрын

can you make a vid on how to put back the rubber spring in the middle if it falls off

@PC_Monkey 4 ай бұрын

There isn't really a good way to reattach those. They are not meant to be replaced. Best advice is try to use a small amount of glue. If that does not work, you may have to replace the keyboard.

@Eric-u8i2o 2 ай бұрын

video starts at 1:30

@joseardzm 18 күн бұрын

Thanks a lot... I am still trying but somehow when I put the key back, it does not make click in the bottom part, only the top part makes click. When I get it out, it comes out with the plastic mechanism. I remove it and put back first and then the key, but it keeps falling apart.

@PC_Monkey 17 күн бұрын

If the key assembly is not installing correctly, its either due to a component being damaged and needing to be replaced or a component not being orientated correctly. I would disassemble the key as seen here in this video and inspect for damage. If there is no damage, install the key. If there is damage, replace the key. Would you like help locating a key? If so, what is the brand and model for your computer?

@ratata7467 21 күн бұрын

Can I also buy the individual button? I would like to exchane tehm from Enlgisch to German keyboard.

@PC_Monkey 21 күн бұрын

Yes, you an purchase individual key assemblies. I usually get them on sites like Ebay, Amazon, etc.

@ratata7467 21 күн бұрын

@@PC_Monkey are there any different types by dell laptops or are they all the same?

@abdelrahmanhafez9712 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Jamin, I have a problem, so i am trying to free some spaceon my laptop so i was deleting a game that is 14,8 GB. When i press uninstall it says " cannot find utcompiledcode record for this version of the uninstaller". I don't know what that means, i restarted my pc and it still says that. Can you help me by anychance?

@PC_Monkey 2 жыл бұрын

Try fully updating first as seen here and then try again; kzbin.info/www/bejne/oYmbk3VtZ5p_oNk

@abdelrahmanhafez9712 2 жыл бұрын

@@PC_Monkey I am fully up to date and I have windows 11 pro

@Just_An_Animal 3 күн бұрын

so i have a little problem. i can perfectly put the W back to its place, but it just sometimes falls off. what do i do with it?

@PC_Monkey 3 күн бұрын

@ghanashyamshrestha8617 9 ай бұрын

hey the 2 pieces seperated in the white thing if you see it carfully or break it you cna see how od i put it back together

@PC_Monkey 9 ай бұрын

Yes, the Hinge Clip can be put back together after it comes apart in two :)

@gamingwithaum4303 3 ай бұрын

What if I break that retainer clip???can I buy it from somewhere?

@PC_Monkey 3 ай бұрын

Yes. I usually get my keys from Ebay, Amazon, etc. Would you like help finding a replacement? If so, what is the brand and model for your computer?

@ClarenceClydeAnciro-u7o 2 ай бұрын

Hey, so the white plastic piece is not getting attached to the metal things on the corners. What am I doing wrong?

@ClarenceClydeAnciro-u7o 2 ай бұрын

It's really frustrating because whenever I try and push it it won't lock in place and it is feeling wierd

@PC_Monkey 2 ай бұрын

@@ClarenceClydeAnciro-u7o Because they key can usually not be reinstalled with the Retainer Clip and the Key Cap still attached to each other, you would have to separate them as seen here, using a small flat pry tool.

@ClarenceClydeAnciro-u7o 2 ай бұрын

@PC_Monkey yes I pryed them apart, now the frustrating part is putting it back. Since whenever I try to push the retainer clip it's not locking In place.

@ClarenceClydeAnciro-u7o 2 ай бұрын

@PC_Monkey so I got the white thing on stuck in place now, whenever I try and push down my keycap it won't stay in place.

@aarongaming4526 6 ай бұрын

My outer plastic piece of the key hinge broke apart into 2 pieces......could you possibly provide any help as to how i could assess it and maybe fix it?

@PC_Monkey 6 ай бұрын

The Hinge Clip came apart in two? Can you put it back together as described in the end of this video? kzbin.info/www/bejne/qpjcnn14Ypxrps0

@giggalazer4789 Жыл бұрын

when i do what the video says my key dosent go back on it, when ever i tap the top left or right of the key it becomes loose, i checked they key, the retainer all that its all intact i dont know what to do

@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

@hystrionic 9 ай бұрын

What if my rubber spring is not very sensitive on one key? I tried taking off the key cap, and i isolated the problem - it is the spring/rubber lid mechanism. Should i remove the butterfly clip or is it a lost cause. It does respond, but I have to press very hard.

@PC_Monkey 9 ай бұрын

Does the key feel like its working correctly or does it feel like there is something mechanically wrong with it?

@hystrionic 9 ай бұрын

@@PC_Monkey wow, thanks for responding. I can't find this exact problem in forums. The only one that was similar that I found suggested the spring might be corroded. It feels normal, I guess, but it lower clips of the cap are loose. The thing is, even if I remove the hard key cap/cover, and just press the naked rubber spring cap, the behavior is the same. I have to press the bare spring cap hard too to get the key to register a press.The nerd in me would love to figure this out but I think this might be a list cause. Do you have any ideas? Thanks again for responding! I'm so impressed. Thanks

@PC_Monkey 9 ай бұрын

@@hystrionic If its hard to press down, then the key assembly is not installed correctly or damaged. I would disassemble it as seen here and inspect for damaged. If needed, I would remove another key cap and compare its still install Hinge Clip to mine to make sure its installed correctly. After installing it, if its still not working properly, its most likely damaged and should b replaced.

@hystrionic 9 ай бұрын

@@PC_Monkey thanks for getting back again so soon! I'm sorry if I wasn't clear: there's no issues pressing it. Both with and without the cap on, the rubber covered spring goes down normally. What is odd is that they character doesn't register/display unless I get a little aggressive with the pressure. It can work but only with elbow grease. I can't see anything obvious with the pressure, I think there's an issue with contact at the base inside the mechanism but I don't know enough to figure out what exactly, or if there's anything that can be done. With the cap on it feels just like the other buttons.

@hystrionic 9 ай бұрын

One thing worth noting: this is an "e" key , and before cleaning the keyboard yesterday the "7" and "c" were also not very responsive. But cleaning those two mostly fixed the issues. The "e" is being stubborn. Is there some common circuit they share? The "d", however, is completely fine.

@karkyun 7 ай бұрын

Pls reply, my retainer clip is stuck in my key. Whenever I put it back in it comes back off after a few clicks.

@PC_Monkey 7 ай бұрын

Because they key can usually not be reinstalled with the Retainer Clip and the Key Cap still attached to each other, you would have to separate them as seen here, using a small flat pry tool.

@karkyun 7 ай бұрын

@@PC_Monkey oh ok. I'll hold on with it until I get the right tools don't wanna break it.

@Korby69 4 ай бұрын

i broke my retainer clip, would it be possible to use another keys retainer clip to replace the broken one?

@PC_Monkey 4 ай бұрын

Yes :)

@JacobLacam Жыл бұрын

Please reply because the metal bit holds the clips broke off and I don’t know what to do

@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

@boredd9410 5 ай бұрын

The D keycap came off, but it took the retaining clip with it. How do I get the retaining clip off the keycap?

@PC_Monkey 5 ай бұрын

Because they key can usually not be reinstalled with the Retainer Clip and the Key Cap still attached to each other, you would have to separate them as seen here, using a small flat pry tool.

@FeUtiLe 4 ай бұрын

Hi mate. Great video. Wondering if this works for the Dell KB900 keyboard as well? I've just had 2 keys fall off. Looks like a similar structure under the keys as what is in your video. But I can't get it to click back in at the end. Is there a way I can contact you? :)

@PC_Monkey 4 ай бұрын

You can contact me here :) If the key assembly is not installing correctly, its either due to a component being damaged and needing to be replaced or a component not being orientated correctly. I would disassemble the key as seen here in this video and inspect for damage. If there is no damage, install the key. If there is damage, replace the key. Would you like help locating a key? If so, what is the brand and model for your computer?

@FeUtiLe 3 ай бұрын

@@PC_Monkey Hi mate. Thanks for this and apologies for the delay. There are now 3 keys that have come off. The right hand 'alt', 'fn' and '/ ?' keys. The brand is Dell, the model is KB900. Will your strategy work on this model? :)

@FeUtiLe 3 ай бұрын

Hey mate, just wondering if you've seen this? :)

@justinsgarage1188 Жыл бұрын

I put the new white piece in and when I put the key on top it goes all the way in and doesn’t bounce back out to make it ‘click’. Any idea what’s going on?

@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

@Cxnw25 6 ай бұрын

Okay so whenever I install the retainer clip and put the key back on when I press on the upper part of the key the lower part just goes up and lifts the retainer clip up with it any ideas on how to fix that?

@PC_Monkey 6 ай бұрын

@Cxnw25 6 ай бұрын

@@PC_MonkeyAll I know is that my laptop from Dell and it’s an inspiron 15

@Cxnw25 6 ай бұрын

@@PC_Monkeyok so I found out that my retainer clip is broken and now I need help finding a replacement for it

@Randomstuff-sk7to 9 ай бұрын

Um how do you remove the white plastic part where its stuck to the key?

@PC_Monkey 9 ай бұрын

The hinge clip? Because they key can usually not be reinstalled with the Retainer Clip and the Key Cap still attached to each other, you would have to separate them as seen here, using a small flat pry tool.

@タエ-q6n 7 ай бұрын

Hello. I had a issue with my e key so I lifted it and the rubber cup thing was loose. Is there anything I can do about it? It works fine without it (it’s stuck sunken). I know you mentioned it near the end of the video but is that all there really is?

@PC_Monkey 7 ай бұрын

Because they key can usually not be reinstalled with the Retainer Clip and the Key Cap still attached to each other, you would have to separate them as seen here, using a small flat pry tool.

@PC_Monkey 7 ай бұрын

Yes. You can try some glue but in most cases it wont work too well.

@タエ-q6n 7 ай бұрын

Tysm

@datariancan 10 ай бұрын

i tried doing this and it the white part was just not staying on. The place were the wider metal pieces are just did not want to stay on nor did the plastic part on the actual key. I'm not sure why.

@PC_Monkey 10 ай бұрын

Because they key can usually not be reinstalled with the Retainer Clip and the Key Cap still attached to each other, you would have to separate them as seen here, using a small flat pry tool.

@datariancan 10 ай бұрын

@@PC_Monkey Thank you, I will try the method provided!

@PC_Monkey 10 ай бұрын

@@datariancan Good luck !! Let me know how it goes :)

@GaryDZ 7 ай бұрын

A catclaw pulled up a key and I aot it together with your video, it snapped in good and stays as long as I do not touch near the bottom of the key. They it pops out. Any ideas?

@PC_Monkey 7 ай бұрын

@juandelpablo2598 9 ай бұрын

My A jey fell down randomly and all the white spot is stuck in the key , should i unclip it or should i leave it like that ?

@PC_Monkey 9 ай бұрын

Because they key can usually not be reinstalled with the Retainer Clip and the Key Cap still attached to each other, you would have to separate them as seen here, using a small flat pry tool.

@JacobLacam Жыл бұрын

Please reply but I broke the metal but that holds the clips what do I do

@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

@iamjaeeee 3 ай бұрын

hey bro i broke my retainer clip, my laptop is a dell latitude 3420. Is there any way to fix it? or is it available at any online stores?? i just need 1 retainer clip since i broke it

@PC_Monkey 3 ай бұрын

If you break any part of the key assembly, you would need to replace it.

@niledcroc 4 ай бұрын

if the rubber comes off, what should you do?

@PC_Monkey 4 ай бұрын

Remember to check the FAQ's on my videos! It could save you time getting an answer to common questions :) There isn't really a good way to reattach those. They are not meant to be replaced. Best advice is try to use a small amount of glue. If that does not work, you may have to replace the keyboard.

@AangSG Жыл бұрын

where can i buy the retainer clips y i already broke one of them? :(((

@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

I usually get most of my parts on Ebay, Amazon, etc. Dont feel bad either. Keys are soooooooo breakable :(:(

@Dreadylock9170 Жыл бұрын

hi that little rubber thing is not glued on my keyboard can i glue it on?

@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

There isn't really a good way to reattach those. They are not meant to be replaced. Best advice is try to use a small amount of glue. If that does not work, you may have to replace the keyboard.

@bilalzinai5127 4 ай бұрын

thank you so much

@PC_Monkey 4 ай бұрын

Your welcome !! Happy to help :)

@ardhenduchatterjee5824 Жыл бұрын

I know i am late but i need help my key got removed at the clip is attached to the key cap what to do

@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

Because they key can usually not be reinstalled with the Retainer Clip and the Key Cap still attached to each other, you would have to separate them as seen here, using a small flat pry tool.

@kellywilsonhollidaypeterson1 Жыл бұрын

Where can I get replacement retainer clips

@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

I usually get my keys on Ebay or www.replacementlaptopkeys.com. If you cannot find a loose key for sale, you may have to purchase a keyboard and take a key from there.

@jakeysenpai3128 Жыл бұрын

one of my key has a problem, It's loose due to the small metal lock of the key, one of the four is broken. I need helpp

@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

1. If your key assembly is loose, can you try removing it and reinstalling as seen here? 2. If any component of the key assembly is broken or lost, it would have to be replaced. I usually get my keys on Ebay or www.replacementlaptopkeys.com. If you cannot find a loose key for sale, you may have to purchase a keyboard and take a key from there.

@Wekxi-23-g1p Ай бұрын

But the my W button when i put the key like the W logo the keyboard one when i do it but when i press it its done but when i play games one it it comes off please help

@axim-entertainment-dr4ok 12 күн бұрын

How to fix key stuck? Can i just replace that key or whole keyboard?

@PC_Monkey 12 күн бұрын

That depends on your keyboard. If the key is stuck, I would disassemble as seen here and inspect for damaged or a need for cleaning. After, I would try to reinstall the key. If its damaged or if it wont install back, I would try replacing the key

@NinjaGaming-vd2vf Жыл бұрын

Hi bro, uh recently my W key came off with the retainer still attached to it. It goes in a bit and after some Presses , it comes back out please help me bro

@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

Assuming the key is not damaged and does not need to be replaced, can you reinstall it as seen here? Note: You will have to seperate the Hinge Clip from the Key Cap as seen here using a small pry tool before trying to install it.

@col2650 11 ай бұрын

@@PC_Monkeyhi uh, my a key just fell off how do i separate the hinge and cap i dont know how to do it without breaking it. Uh also my key cap has lips on the edges so idk how i can use a flat thingy

@Nishant_Khanna 10 ай бұрын

@@col2650did u get any sol i have same prob

@user-3101pepsy Жыл бұрын

Im kind of confused bc the retainer clip came out WITH the key, what do i do?

@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

Because they key can usually not be reinstalled with the Retainer Clip and the Key Cap still attached to each other, you would have to separate them as seen here, using a small flat pry tool.

@beckygoen2145 4 ай бұрын

my A key doesnt have the white rubbeer and it still works only my O and R and E key are broken

@PC_Monkey 4 ай бұрын

If any part of a key assembly is broken or damaged, it would need to be replaced. Are you wanting to know where to get a replacement?

@CHOCOLATEKINZ 2 жыл бұрын

Hey, I know this isn't the right video for this comment but earlier today I ran a diagnostic on my dell laptop and it said one or more errors occurred when I was testing my memory. If you can make a video or comment a solution I would appreciate it. THANK you.

@CHOCOLATEKINZ 2 жыл бұрын

Btw my laptop is a dell L400 8th gen

@PC_Monkey 2 жыл бұрын

Is there anything wrong with your computer that you were trying to troubleshoot by running that test? If it says errors with your memory, I would remove one of the RAM sticks and run the test again until you find the one that has the issue. Then I would replace it.

@CHOCOLATEKINZ 2 жыл бұрын

THANK you

@PC_Monkey 2 жыл бұрын

@@CHOCOLATEKINZ Your welcome !! Happy to help :)

@laurahendrix9446 4 ай бұрын

Can you tell me why the left side of my Dell laptop keys won't work?

@PC_Monkey 4 ай бұрын

Is there something physically wrong with the key / keys or are they mechanically working fine? Also, did anything happen before this issue appeared? Liquid spill, overheating, Windows update, etc?

@yourlocalafrican Жыл бұрын

Not too long ago my W key wouldn’t sit in place, the key cap is kinda stuck to the back of the actual key and I’m too scared to remove it because I might break it if I try to put it back in place it will stay but if I press the key too much it comes out, any advice?

@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

@laurenketcham3410 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for posting this! I have a key that fell off with the retainer clip inside of it... so the retainer clip and the key are connected and fell off. Do you have a video for how to fix this?

@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

Because they key can usually not be reinstalled with the Retainer Clip and the Key Cap still attached to each other, you would have to separate them as seen here, using a small flat pry tool.

@scc2694 Жыл бұрын

I have the same issue, the retainer clip is stuck to the key and i cannot get it off. Maybe it is glued. I called Dell and they want to replace the entire keyboard. I said "No way". I am thinking to glue the key to the rubber in the middle. It is the "Alt" key, I do not need to use it again in case it does not work.

@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

@@scc2694 Because they key can usually not be reinstalled with the Retainer Clip and the Key Cap still attached to each other, you would have to separate them as seen here, using a small flat pry tool.

@TotallyNano Жыл бұрын

hey uh my laptop c key is kinda dead i tryed this tutorial but i almost broke my c key i think and i made it worse i saw like the circle button along with the other was not connected it just came of easyly can you help me?

@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

@marcos.2692 11 ай бұрын

what is the name of the white piece?

@PC_Monkey 11 ай бұрын

The Hinge Clip?

@gonzalocolmenarejo3557 Жыл бұрын

It's hard to see the white plastic piece, you just see a white blurred thing. Should be re-recorded with an alternative orientation of the camera.

@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

What part are you looking to see more clearly that is not understandable when looking at yours?

@Groovytube124 11 ай бұрын

Just more detail. Since it is the hardest part to remove. Your movements are very quick and the footage is not very focused. I'm not able to see the exact points your applying pressure to. I'm able to remove the keys on my laptop, but not the retainer clips properly without breaking them. A video exclusively on the retainer clip would be appreciated.

@ovidiupenet 6 ай бұрын

@PC_Monkey the video is perfect, thanks.

@chachacharealsmooth5735 2 жыл бұрын

Hi! I have a problem with my hp pavilion 15 gaming laptop every time I boot it up a black screen appears and when I press either F2, F11 etc it’s says “F2…Startup check” on the bottom left corner is there any solution?

@PC_Monkey 2 жыл бұрын

Are you able to try the steps seen here? kzbin.info/www/bejne/laKpXqKnhdehba8

@melanievargas9492 Жыл бұрын

What type of glue

@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

Any plastic or craft glue you have would be ok to try although that is not considered a good solution as glue may stop the hinge clip and / or the rubber spring from working correctly. If at all possible, you would avoid glue and replace the key assembly.

@zayanshiard3925 Жыл бұрын

Hey i have a problem my laptop is gen 11 and the back parts are different can you pls help

@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

How are they different? Is it a different hinge clip design?

@zayanshiard3925 Жыл бұрын

@@PC_Monkey yes sir

@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

@@zayanshiard3925 How is it different? You can also post a video to your own KZbin page if you like and message me back here when you do. I can then view it and advise further :)

@zayanshiard3925 Жыл бұрын

Ok i uploaded a video

@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

@@zayanshiard3925 Thx! The hinge clips look pretty much the same. However, the two little plastic pins on one of them look like they have come out of the other part of the hinge clip. They would need to be put back together for the key to be reassembled correctly.

@randayajayasinghe1659 4 ай бұрын

saved the day bro

@PC_Monkey 4 ай бұрын

Happy to help :) Always here if needed !!

@Girish-xi1zd 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks bro

@PC_Monkey 2 жыл бұрын

Your welcome !! Happy to help :)

@groberkriegproductions Жыл бұрын

For me the upper and right areas for the keys are weak. when i press on the S key on down or left it will pop out of place

@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

@Ray_9832 2 жыл бұрын

Hi my laptop won’t turn on it’s been charged I press the button but it stays off I don’t hear anything turn on if I think it’s the battery but if you have a video that describes my problem could you please reply to comment with a video link to a video that you suggest I watch it’s been like this for years and been sitting there since 2019,2020 I think

@PC_Monkey 2 жыл бұрын

For a computer that does not turn on, try this video first; kzbin.info/www/bejne/fnnaq3RpbNdnm5o. Let me know how that goes :)

@rhondae8222 2 жыл бұрын

Hey, Jamin. In 2021, I experienced this problem with my dell computer, that is, certain keys (b, f, m, and n) weren't working on my keyboard. So, I took it to a computer repair shop, and they suggested I replace the entire keyboard, but instead, he sold me a separate, independent keyboard that plugs into my computer.

@PC_Monkey 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, an external keyboard is a good idea when troubleshooting why a keyboard is not working. Did you ever manage to get your keys to work properly? If not, do the keys feel like they are physically fine or do they feel like they have something mechanically wrong with them?

@rhondae8222 2 жыл бұрын

@@PC_Monkey I don't know because the computer repair guy only told me that my keyboard needed to be replaced or I had to use an external one. Nevertheless, I paid for the external keyboard that he sold me inside the shop. It is still working today. However, had I watched your video prior to 2021, I probably would not have needed to take it to the repair shop. Might I add, your videos are very helpful in guiding people in repairing their computers themselves.

@PC_Monkey 2 жыл бұрын

@@rhondae8222 Thanks :)

@thehumaneguy8098 Жыл бұрын

exactly what im experiencing

@ktoo_gahr 2 жыл бұрын

Can I upgrade RAM chromeBook samsung please talk

@PC_Monkey 2 жыл бұрын

What model Samsung Chromebook do you have?

@ktoo_gahr 2 жыл бұрын

XE303C12 A01SA

@PC_Monkey 2 жыл бұрын

@@ktoo_gahr No. From what I know, the RAM in that computer is a part of the motherboard and cannot be independently replaced or upgraded.

@ktoo_gahr 2 жыл бұрын

@@PC_Monkey Well can I upgrade my motherboard?

@PC_Monkey 2 жыл бұрын

@@ktoo_gahr If your computer comes with a motherboard with higher specs then yes. You can search for that on sites like Ebay, Amazon or on the manufacturers website.

@kylecrews5892 8 ай бұрын

Only problem is the key that came off mine is one of the F keys at the top of the keyboard. They’re much smaller and shaped differently

@PC_Monkey 8 ай бұрын

The Hinge Clip will be smaller, yes. Some function keys are even installed sideways compared to the letter keys

@varunsingla1644 Жыл бұрын

bro i am too small to do this and my parents are kind of care less they haven't replaced the r key from a year though i keep reminding them can you plz help me

@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

What kind of help would you like?

@initialdoge8528 2 жыл бұрын

Damn,I got problems with the J and K keys.I accidentally spilled mayonnaise on them both and now their bottom is sticky as hell.That means every time when I press on them it would take a few seconds before the button pop back up again 💀

@PC_Monkey 2 жыл бұрын

Good luck cleaning them! And be careful! Keys are soooo breakable :(

@siddharth0103 9 ай бұрын

bro but its not fitted correctly when i click from lower side its comes out

@PC_Monkey 9 ай бұрын

@jamestinner7046 2 ай бұрын

what if the rubber part come off

@PC_Monkey 2 ай бұрын

There isn't really a good way to reattach those. They are not meant to be replaced. Best advice is try to use a small amount of glue. If that does not work, you may have to replace the keyboard.

@faizaroble846 4 ай бұрын

my h is broken like there are two peices not 1 am i done?

@PC_Monkey 4 ай бұрын

If your Hinge Clip came apart in two, it can be put back together as seen here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qpjcnn14Ypxrps0

@faizaroble846 4 ай бұрын

@@PC_Monkey Tysm I think I got it back together life saver 💯💯

@rainbowguy6 3 ай бұрын

You saved me. I got the tiny plastic parts separated too.

@PC_Monkey 3 ай бұрын

Glad your all set :) Always here if needed !!

@strongy-dr9nz Жыл бұрын

soooo uhhhh my head decided i look at a tutorial after i broke a pin thingy and i removed that rubber thingy. so, would there be a fix?? 🤣

@strongy-dr9nz Жыл бұрын

i kinda managed to fix it buy my key is crooked and harder to press (caps lock key on latitude e5440)

@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

@@strongy-dr9nz If any component of the key assembly is broken or lost, it would have to be replaced. I usually get my keys on Ebay or www.replacementlaptopkeys.com. If you cannot find a loose key for sale, you may have to purchase a keyboard and take a key from there.