Okay, so I wanted to share this little project I did – oiling up the caps on my keyboard. It’s something I’d been meaning to do for a while, and I finally got around to it. Here’s how it went down.
Getting Started
First, I needed to get everything together. I grabbed my:
- Keycap puller
- Small brush
- The oil- thing,I don’t know its name.
- Some paper towels (just in case)
I laid out a clean workspace on my desk. It’s always good to have a clear area so you don’t lose any small parts, especially those tiny springs in the keyboard.
Pulling the Keycaps Off
I started with the keycap * part was kinda tedious. I had to be careful not to scratch anything. Gently, I hooked the puller under each keycap and pulled straight up. Some of them were a little stubborn, so I had to wiggle them a bit. I put all the keycaps in a bowl so they wouldn’t roll away.
Applying the Oil
This is where it gets a little tricky. I took my brush and dipped it very lightly into the oil. Remember, a little goes a long way! I didn’t want to overdo it and end up with a greasy mess. I carefully applied a tiny amount of oil to the stem of each keycap, making sure to get it into all the little nooks and crannies.
Putting it all Back Together
After I finished oiling,I put them back to its position,I carefully aligned each keycap with its corresponding switch and pressed down firmly until I heard a click. That click means it’s secure.
The Result
Honestly, it made a noticeable difference. The keys feel smoother and quieter. It’s not a huge change, but it’s definitely an improvement. The whole process took me about an hour, maybe a bit longer because I was being extra careful. I’d say it was worth the effort!
If you’re thinking about doing this, just take your time and be gentle. It’s not hard, but you don’t want to break anything. And remember, less is more when it comes to the oil!
