How To Fix Replace Keyboard Key - Acer Aspire 3 Laptop - Letter Arrow Number Keys

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FAQ's:
Q: My Key Cap will not click down in place correctly. What's wrong?
A: 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?
Q: Where can I purchase replacement keys?
A: If any components is too damaged or broken, you will have to replace it. I usually get my keys on Ebay, Amazon, etc. If you cannot find a loose key for sale, you may have to purchase a keyboard and take a key from there.
Q: I have a Key or Keys that are not working. Will this fix them?
A: This video is a tutorial on how to replace a key. If your keys are not working but are not mechanically broken, troubleshoot them as seen here; • How To Fix Troubleshoo... .
Q: The hinge clip came apart into two pieces. How can I reassemble?
A: They fit together with a small plastic pin on the left and right of the inner clip. These fit into holes on the outer clip. To see exactly how the inner clip sits in the outer clip, remove another key cap and copy the clip under it.
Q: The rubber spring came off. How do I reattach it?
A: 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.
Q: The retainer clip came off with the key cap. What do I do?
A: 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.

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[@lunavii9292]

question, i think the retainer clip of one of my keycaps got separated into two pieces (one piece for the middle and the other for the sides), and i'm currently having trouble trying to put it back. is this thing broken or is it possible to make it work properly again? thanks!

[@PC_Monkey]

They fit together with a small plastic pin on the left and right of the inner clip. These fit into holes on the outer clip. To see exactly how the inner clip sits in the outer clip, remove another key cap and copy the clip under it.

[@laikathestar174]

I'm trying that and I fucked up most of my keyboard

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@@laikathestar174 Sorry to hear :( Keys can definitely be super frustrating. When I started computer repair, it was my least favorite thing and I broke dozens lol :( 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.

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my F9 and F10 key fell off, when i push down the key, it wont snap

[@PC_Monkey]

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.

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how would i take off a retainer clip thats stuck to my keys? i cant really take it off (its my up arrow btw)

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I broke the white plastic near the top, is there any replacement methods?

[@PC_Monkey]

If any components is too damaged or broken, you will have to replace it. 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.

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[@joeltito3925]

can you show to fix hp 15 series keys the retainer caps kinda diff

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All retainer clips will be slightly different but the are all basically the same construction. What issue are you having with them?

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hi I want to ask which side did u put when u put the thin board I forget which side it was pls help

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Every keyboard is different. You would have to remove another Key Cap from another key and look at the way the Hinge Clip is orientated to see.

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[@marcuslex8654]

Great tip on how to remove the key. Now what exactly did we fix? What would cause us to remove the keys in the first place?

[@PC_Monkey]

As stated in the video, you would remove a key if you were taking it from a keyboard in order to install it to your own keyboard. You would replace a key on your keyboard if the key is broken / damaged and no longer works as it should. Make sense?

[@richardjrguibac9867]

​@@PC_MonkeyI have a question, so one of my key (Up arrow) is like being pressed even though i'm not physically pressing it, and it's being a pain because i can't really use my laptop. Will changing the key fix the problem? Thank you very much

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@@richardjrguibac9867 1. Do the keys feel like they are physically fine or do they feel like they have something mechanically wrong with them? 2. Also, did anything happen before this issue appeared? Liquid spill, overheating, Windows update, etc?

[@richardjrguibac9867]

@@PC_Monkey Hi! 1. Yes when i press the key it feels just about right and it actually goes back up after i press it so it is not sticking either however it is automatically being pressed even if im not pressing it. 2. I did not have any issue in terms of overheating/ Liquid spills however i did not open or touch the laptop for about 2 weeks since i went on a vacation. I actually disabled the key using keytweak as a temporary solution but i still want to know if maybe changing the key will fix it. Thank you!

[@PC_Monkey]

@@richardjrguibac9867 This video is a tutorial on how to replace a key. If your keys are not working but are not mechanically broken, troubleshoot them as seen here; kzbin.info/www/bejne/raLVlJucpcl9ldk.

[@GaameingTV]

tip if you know the metal tabs arnt bent and the retainer isnt broken you can clip the retainer onto the keycap first and then use the keycap to guide it on then click it on!

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That worked.

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Great video! Can you explain how to replace the 'rubber thing' (cup) underneath the retainer clip? Thank you!

[@PC_Monkey]

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.

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Thank you so much

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[@khxmari]

Thanks for the video but do u have any tips on how to fix the plastic inside? mine is in two and idk how to fix it.

[@PC_Monkey]

Check out the FAQ's on my videos next time! Could help you get an answer faster :) They fit together with a small plastic pin on the left and right of the inner clip. These fit into holes on the outer clip. To see exactly how the inner clip sits in the outer clip, remove another key cap and copy the clip under it.

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took me 30mins to fix. thanks

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Thank you for the tutorial. I tried to clean the keyboard but got water inside/underneath the keys and just ripped the key out. now its fixed.

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[@rutherford5247]

Is the procedure also the same with acer aspire 5 and 7 with loose keys?

[@PC_Monkey]

This would be the same way you remove and install keys on most laptops as they are all constructed basically the same :)

[@JudgefiregamingVlogs]

i have no idea what way u put the things in and im just gana glue it down bc its the w key that i ripped out of place bc of a game and this vid is usefull thanks man

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Happy to help :) Always here if needed !! If you forgot the orientation of the hinge clip, you can compare it to another one

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@@PC_Monkey I have the 13 version of the one u did idk if theirs a difference

[@PC_Monkey]

@@JudgefiregamingVlogs There is usually a difference in different models. Even in the same model sometimes keys can have different hinge clips. But they are all basically the same and can be removed and installed the same basic way

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@@PC_Monkey oh ok thanks

[@flyingChicken0]

My rubber but is ripped off would I be able to put it back on with super glue or will that not work?

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@@PC_Monkey I think I may put a little pit on the the tip of a screwdriver and kind of ‘draw’ a circle with the glue. I’ll let you know if it works

[@johnlawrence6484]

Do you have any vid of how to replace the rubber that looks like a nipple beneath that keyboard?

[@PC_Monkey]

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.

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Thank you for helping ❤

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[@waldomarceloespinarmelgare7682]

Thabks for the information, but I have a question. If I just want to clean the dirt that is under the key, does removing the key ruin it or can it be put back? I hope you can uderstand what I am saying, since my English is really bad.

[@PC_Monkey]

If you remove it the correct way then you will not ruin it. But that is very difficult for most new users. They are very easy to break

[@RealLuciaCat]

I broke the hinge and Idk which type it is, and my parents wont be happy to find out :I How can I find out? and my laptop is Acer Aspire A315-56

[@PC_Monkey]

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.

[@aakilsivnannan7166]

Please show how to find and reseat the keyboard connector on same Acer model

[@PC_Monkey]

I dont have a video on that but I think this video I found somewhere else may help; kzbin.info/www/bejne/iprLpIaaiMufpc0

[@nguyendquy]

Thank 👍 That is my problem

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[@ionutm8595]

Thanks a lot for video.the up button from my keyboard was disengaged from his retainer clip

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[@thelivingrisi7233]

Can you do this if you just want to clean under the key and then put the key back on?

[@PC_Monkey]

Yes, if you wish to clean under the key, its best to remove it correctly, clean, and then reinstall it :)

[@major_mood7997]

Great video, really helpful

[@DUARTE2408]

Thanks! Just fixed the K

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