How To Fix Small Keyboard Key

How To Fix Small Keyboard Key - Lenovo Thinkpad

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Use this video to help you remove and install a keyboard key for your Lenovo Thinkpad laptop computer. If you wish to see how to replace a large key such as Enter, Space, or Shift, view this video instead; • How To Fix Large Keybo... . Check out the FAQ's and Related Video Links below !!
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FAQ's:
Q: My Key Cap will not click down in place correctly. Whats 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 remove the key assembly and check for damage. If damage is found, replace the assembly. If no damage is found or you are unsure, try to install again. For help with the orientation, I sometimes remove another key cap, and compare the hinge clip to the one I'm trying to install. If you cant install after several tries, the key assembly is most likely damaged and needs to be replaced.
Q: The Retainer Clip is not staying down on the Keyboard.
A: If the Retainer Clip is not fitting into place, there are a few possible reasons. The Retainer Clip could be damaged and not able to fit in correctly. The Retainer Clip may not be assembled correctly or not orientated correctly. Or the the metal pins on the Keyboard are damaged or bent out of place and not able to fasten the Retainer Clip down properly.
Q: Where can I purchase replacement keys?
A: If any part of the key is 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.
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 isnt 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: My Key Cap came off but the Retainer Clip is still attached. 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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@PC_Monkey 5 ай 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 :)

@danielukas 3 жыл бұрын

no BS. Just simple instructions delivered clearly. Well done, sir.

@PC_Monkey 3 жыл бұрын

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

@google9496 4 жыл бұрын

HI BROOO I AM FIRST, MY LAPTOP FELL AND KEY WENT OUT... NOW I CAN FINNALY FIX MY COMPUTERS KEY, THANKS SO MUCH YOU ARE THE BEST!!!

@PC_Monkey 4 жыл бұрын

Happy to help :) Always here if needed !!

@porcupinester 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this. My cat walked across my Backspace key and loosened the top cover off of it, so this was helpful in putting it back together safely without damaging it! :)

@PC_Monkey 2 жыл бұрын

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

@BrennanValenzuela Жыл бұрын

I have a thinkpad wireless keyboard and this tutorial helped where the inner clip was loose! Thank you for the well articulated explanation

@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

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

@eddyphilippe 16 күн бұрын

This vid can be used to swap the physical Fn and CTRL keys on the ThinkPad P16s Gen2. Life Saver!

@PC_Monkey 16 күн бұрын

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

@Burfi88 Жыл бұрын

Perfect tutorial on how to handle/replace these rubberdome keys. I used it to (also) physically switch my FN and Ctrl keys on my Thinkpad T16 G1. Worked flawlessly without breaking anything.

@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

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

@Schmeek 3 жыл бұрын

Great tutorial, once again. This is impossible until you know the technique... then it suddenly seems very easy!

@PC_Monkey 3 жыл бұрын

Happy to help :) Always here if needed !!

@sasha6942 2 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU SO SO SO MUCH!! I CLEANED UNDERNEATH A KEY AND DIDNT KNOW HOW TO PUT THE BRACKETS BACK TOGETHER AND THIS HELPED ME A LOT!

@PC_Monkey 2 жыл бұрын

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

@rahulrajan 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the tip with pressing the hinge down while removing the key. Saved me a key replacement.

@PC_Monkey 3 жыл бұрын

Happy to help :) Always here if needed !!

@Alinoihe 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! It look me a little while because the actual clip was broken in two but once I figured it out I got the key back in!

@PC_Monkey 4 жыл бұрын

Great to hear !! Always here to help :):) Nice job sticking with it! Keys can be super frustrating !!

@spamacc7671 3 жыл бұрын

Wait I need help if the clip thing that he took out once mine broke into 2 is it still fixable?

@PC_Monkey 3 жыл бұрын

@@spamacc7671 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.

@qasimshaikh3261 26 күн бұрын

Thanks man for explaining in so detail about those switches.. I literally broke one and panicked cz I thought its not fixable. but after watching ur video I was able to fix it.

@PC_Monkey 26 күн бұрын

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@morgananderson9647 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the instruction video! It was well done, & helpful! My Lenovo W530 "A" key cover popped off. Using the instructions you provided to remove a Key, I checked & put the "S" key cover over the "A" position to see if the clip was damaged. The "S" key popped right on and stayed in place. All I need to do now is order a replacement "A" cover and go from there! Thanks again, Mo-

@PC_Monkey 2 жыл бұрын

Happy to help :) Always here if needed !!

@pamelamerrifield4311 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your video! I was able to fix my Z key in less than 10 minutes. Works perfectly!

@PC_Monkey 3 жыл бұрын

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@shawn1815 8 ай бұрын

My toddler thought my "V" key looked appetizing. Thank you so much for this video!

@PC_Monkey 8 ай бұрын

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

@krixdainsleifperdido6760 6 ай бұрын

Hey bro once the white piece is broken is it still fixable?@@PC_Monkey

@PC_Monkey 6 ай бұрын

@@krixdainsleifperdido6760 The hinge clip? How is it broken? If its just apart in two, it can be put back together. If its actually broken, it needs to be replaced.

@LittlePlaylist74 8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! This Video is still helping people like me even though it was posted 3 years ago! Thanks!

@PC_Monkey 8 ай бұрын

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

@War_Daddy2.0YT Жыл бұрын

Broooooo thank you so much, I had to return a school chromebook when one of the keys stopped working, so I took it of and that still didn't fix it, so I tried putting it back, but I couldn't. You are a life saver.

@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

Happy to help :) Always here if needed !!

@abhayy95 10 ай бұрын

Thanks a lot, my office laptop button fell out and your video saved me a lot of time.❤

@PC_Monkey 10 ай бұрын

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

@duckw333d 3 жыл бұрын

Oh gosh thank you so much Me and my brother were panicking cuz he broke it and if mom knew about this we would have been dead by now I was scared to take out the white part cuz it might break So I tried without pulling it out And it somehow worked!

@PC_Monkey 3 жыл бұрын

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

@syphabelnades8445 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I was worried that I've broken the keyboard, but it's all good now!

@PC_Monkey 2 жыл бұрын

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

@maryloumiller2611 Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I work for Lenovo - had not done this for a while and needed to be reminded. Great job!

@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

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@tnn6022 22 күн бұрын

My ideapad H and G keys is not working most of the time. Your video is close enough and explanation is clear. Managed to take only H key cover out and brush clean and swab to clean even though it’s not very dirty. Power on then both key works even I just took out H key only. Thank you!

@PC_Monkey 22 күн бұрын

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

@ukaszkonkol248 Күн бұрын

Great! Thanks a lot. You've resolved my problem with how to get the key back in. Thank you :) Great video - short and easy :)

@PC_Monkey Күн бұрын

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

@carolynr4100 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! I accidentally pooped off the M key while cleaning my keyboard. This really helped!!

@PC_Monkey 2 жыл бұрын

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

@user-hl3em7dh2y Ай бұрын

dont know what i did i just ripped it out with a metal ruler before watching this vid but you helped me put it back in so ty

@PC_Monkey Ай бұрын

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@Unknown-ti5px 2 жыл бұрын

So ive tried putting my alt and smaller control keys back on after they snapped off and I've check and they arent broken at all from any pieces but when I try to put it back on (the key cap) how you did and when I try to press down the key they just slide straight off right after, is there any way you could help?

@lokman175200 3 ай бұрын

Im having the same problem did you fix it?

@idetsu13 2 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU SO MUCH, the 2 small parts were disconnected and i didnt knew it, now i connected it and then inserted it i finally putted the key back (i had a bread crumb under the key)

@PC_Monkey 2 жыл бұрын

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

@philwyeth Жыл бұрын

Perfect, straight to the point video. All the important pointers and tips highlighted. Thanks,

@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

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

@Ablazing_Wolf Жыл бұрын

the key doesn snap in, but it keeps falling out

@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.

@Drachenrachen 7 ай бұрын

You just saved my day! A piece of chocolate found its way beside the key and it was stuck. I opened it rather carelessly with a knife and the mechanics jumped out. This worked well for all my earlier notebooks. Fortunately nothing was broken. Putting things together was not that easy. First clipping the mechanics onto the upper metal pins did not work, perhaps I bent the pins during removal or trying to press down the mechanics. But in the end I carefully lifted the lifted pins into position with a screw driver and then I could simply clip it in again. Fazit: Make sure the clips are in the right position before pressing down the mechanics.

@PC_Monkey 7 ай бұрын

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

@AsusLaptop-ku1to Жыл бұрын

thanks a lot!!! - also helped me with key replacement in ASUS X515EA - exactly the same mechanism

@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

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

@aditpal1005 6 ай бұрын

Thank you - this helpful video explained to me why I broke the plastic clip below the S key (i was trying to clean under it) on my Thinkpad P1 by removing it incorrectly. While replacing it with a new clip though I tried several times unsuccessfully to follow the instruction at 4:00 which is to snap the bottom holes of the clip into the bottom pins first and then the top holes into the top pins. Looking at it through a magnifying glass I realized that the top pins are hooks pointing towards the screen. So I tried it in reverse which was to hook the top holes in the clip around the top hooks and then the bottom holes quickly snapped into place.

@nchaswal Ай бұрын

Totally.. The video explains everything in detail. It's awesome. I fixed CTRL key that my 2 Yr old son took off from my work laptop. Saved! 😅😅😢

@PC_Monkey Ай бұрын

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

@virginiabethune3773 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic! Beautiful, detailed guide. The procedure worked perfectly to repair a loos key. Thanks!

@PC_Monkey 3 жыл бұрын

Happy to help :) Always here if needed !!

@bellatrixlestrangeone1651 11 ай бұрын

Thank you. Took me a while but I got it now. Lifesaver ❤

@PC_Monkey 11 ай бұрын

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

@Keepfaith101 9 күн бұрын

This helped me a ton! Thank you!

@PC_Monkey 8 күн бұрын

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

@andyseinfeld1954 9 ай бұрын

I took out my letter H cuz i was bored then got really nervous I accidentally broke it but this video saved me the stress lol

@PC_Monkey 9 ай бұрын

Taking off computer keys cuz your bored? lol Glad your all set :) Always here if needed !!

@mmrr9650 15 күн бұрын

It worked! I was going nuts. Thanks :)

@PC_Monkey 15 күн бұрын

Happy to help :) Always here if needed !!

@filmahreyes-buenaflor6519 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much, my laptop key fell out and this video really helped. Thanks!

@PC_Monkey 3 жыл бұрын

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

@ghostkillerx9290 7 ай бұрын

@@PC_Monkey i have a question what do u do when the whole keyboard isntworking?

@PC_Monkey 7 ай бұрын

@@ghostkillerx9290 1. Remember to check the FAQ's first if you have a question. It could save you time waiting for an answer :) 2. 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; kzfaq.info/get/bejne/rdeilsuX1cquj6s.html.

@StratocasterS2000 9 ай бұрын

Thank you. In my case I just needed to remove and reset the "\" key. It is hard to press and get input.

@PC_Monkey 9 ай бұрын

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

@seansean6 2 ай бұрын

Very well explained. Thank you.

@PC_Monkey 2 ай бұрын

Your welcome !! Happy to help :)

2 жыл бұрын

This was helpful! Took me 30 seconds thanks to you, thank you!!

@PC_Monkey 2 жыл бұрын

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@p2nd4_31 3 жыл бұрын

thanks bro, I got impulsive and took one of my keys out. I thought i broke it once I saw that the clip was separated but I was able to fix it up again with the help of my sister.

@PC_Monkey 3 жыл бұрын

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

@IviweGwebo 11 ай бұрын

thanks man, just fixed mine right now. Gracias!

@PC_Monkey 11 ай бұрын

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

@tomgengozian9530 2 ай бұрын

Hi, thanks for the video. I was able to replace the "N" on my son's laptop. I'm now having an issue with the "N" repeating "nnnnnn..." the up-and-down action on the keep seems fine and doesn't appear to be physically sticking. This issues doesn't happen all the time and sometimes tapping the "N" will stop the problem. The key does appear to be a little more depressed than the other keys on the keyboard. Is there a way to adjust the key so this issue will stop? Thanks!

@dancerdancer3295 3 жыл бұрын

These instructions worked for me.

@PC_Monkey 3 жыл бұрын

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@felipecuevasceron6012 14 күн бұрын

Hello, good tutorial. I just have one question ¿do you have any tutorial to help me replace key cap + hinge for Lenovo Thinkbook 14 keyboard?

@PC_Monkey 14 күн бұрын

Not for that specific model, no :( However, all keys are generally the same. If you get the concept of this video, it should help you remove and / or install any keyboard key. Is there a specific part you would like assistance with?

@BoJlWebHuK 11 ай бұрын

Thank you very much for this instruction. I searched first in my own language, but the results were full of information garbage and completely on the wrong types of laptops with different keyboards. Then I decided to search in English and found your video. I bought a laptop of the same model range from a local classifieds site (used but in good condition) and after a few days my D key crumbled. It turned out that the carriage was damaged, just in the middle where both parts connect, it was broken off "mustache" (pin). I had to swap with some other key that I use the least. And there was just completely torn off the rubber key, this silicone "tubercle" (boob), and this problem had to be solved using thin double-sided tape. Now the key is pressed very tightly, but at least it works like that. After a short time, a similar problem arose with two other keys. One just falls out periodically from a light touch. Damn Lenovo engineers! The keys on this laptop are impossibly delicate and fragile. Is it because of one damaged key that it is proposed to buy and replace the entire keyboard, with disassembly of the entire laptop? Very stupid move by the company. And the very delicate plastic of the laptop case itself, scratches and crumbles like plasticine.

@PC_Monkey 11 ай бұрын

Yes, keyboards are usually not designed very well :(

@iennaccaiennacca3624 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Got lucky pulling out the Ctrl key before I saw this video, but followed your tips on putting it back, quite appreciated!

@PC_Monkey 2 жыл бұрын

Happy to help :) Always here if needed !!

@RKBock Жыл бұрын

thank you!!!! I didn't see the bottom pins (3:49) when I tried repairing mine and (surprise) nothing worked. thank you!!!

@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

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@siflos 10 ай бұрын

Thank you very much, i can reuse my keyboard, causing my child. after watching this video make easy to refair my "P" key. tengkiyu, tengkiyu tengkiyu very very very much...

@PC_Monkey 10 ай бұрын

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

@princessdaano5892 Жыл бұрын

Thank you it worked! I have another problem, the numeric keypads are not working on the right hand side. How to fix it?

@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

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?

@MagnusTheGoober Жыл бұрын

I back!!!😉 and I watched another vid it fixed it lol best regards Goober!!!peace out

@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

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

@Supernichtpatrick 3 жыл бұрын

My e key will be eternally thankful to you good sir

@PC_Monkey 3 жыл бұрын

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@ellenorbjornsdottir1166 Жыл бұрын

Which version of the ThinkPad is this? I have a T480 and it doesn't have this kind of keyboard (the whole keyboard comes out). I have a dirty thing underneath my "R" (QWERTY position).

@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

Most keys are constructed the same way. The keys should be very similar to this and can be taken off the same way

@jeremyrayski1898 Жыл бұрын

video solved my problem, well explained, thanks

@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

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

@jinxedpenguin 10 ай бұрын

the retention clips are such a pain to get back together! I've literally never been able to get one back together without breaking it until today. Great tutorial! (though, it doesn't show how to put back together the retention clip, but after figuring it out I get why... camera angles would be painful!)

@PC_Monkey 10 ай бұрын

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

@amykreger7171 5 ай бұрын

Thank you so much, this was very helpful!

@PC_Monkey 5 ай бұрын

Happy to help :) Always here if needed !!

@PogosPlace 3 жыл бұрын

My keys ASDF isn't functional and one of the top sound active keys is associated to a different function now.. if I replaced the key do you think it would fix the issue? Thanx

@filolial7431 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much omg your my life saver!! Haha, im stress when my keyboard K,L pop off because of my cat 🤣, thank you so so much!!

@PC_Monkey 2 ай бұрын

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

@osamumiya1566 Жыл бұрын

THANK YOU.

@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

Your welcome !! Happy to help :)

@EFudd-lu6ji Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. My function key on my Lenovo T560 popped off (hinge and all). The 2 plastic pieces making up the hing separated. I put them back together and installed the hinge(s). The hinge is locked in at both the top and bottom, but the key is laying flat rather than sticking up. Is it possible the hinge can be installed upside down?

@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

No. The hinge has to be installed correctly and be assembled correctly for the key assembly to work properly. 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.

@cedricdenbaes5013 11 ай бұрын

I have a ThinkBook 15 G3 ACL Laptop - Type 21A4 with a broken shift key, I broke the white thing as well and I don't know where to get a replacement for it or is it maybe even possible to 3D-print and fix that to put my keycap back on and make it able to hold stable

@PC_Monkey 11 ай 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.

@michelazulay3447 8 ай бұрын

Great! Easy fix for me ! Thanks so much!

@PC_Monkey 8 ай бұрын

Happy to help :) Always here if needed !!

@ferlinco 7 ай бұрын

wonderful stuff ^^ many thanks for making this video :)

@PC_Monkey 7 ай бұрын

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@AndreaT-tt5qm 8 ай бұрын

I don't know if you are still checking this but I thought I'd ask for advice. I need to reinstall my space key. I can easily get the 2 metal bars positioned. The top clicks easily but the bottom only clicks to the plastic key in the middle but not at the ends. Any suggestions?

@PC_Monkey 8 ай бұрын

Either the hinge clip is damaged, not orientated correctly, or the metal pins on the keyboard are bent out of place and wont allow it to snap in correctly. Those are the most likely issues

@garrettdelong892 Жыл бұрын

Very helpful and very clear, thank you!

@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

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@user-ze1vc2iw2m Жыл бұрын

thank you brother you help me a lot

@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

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

@SilentSlyProductions 3 жыл бұрын

So I have a lenovo Legion, key looks similar to the one on the video, my issue is that the key keeps falling off as I press it, when it comes off I can put back and it snaps into position, but then after a few taps as I type it falls off again... what can I do to fix this?

@fazolan2943 3 жыл бұрын

im having the same problem

@SilentSlyProductions 3 жыл бұрын

@@fazolan2943, have you fixed it yet? I have a solution that I have worked for me greatly. First, learn how to remove the key safely, including the clip that stays attached to the key itself. Next, for the key that is bad, remove it and detach it from the plastic that stays attach to it when it comes off. Then, choose another key in your keyboard that you do not use as much. For me, I chose F9. The good key that you chose remove it as well, and also detach the plastic that is attached to the key. Finally, switch those plastics that are attached to those keys and use the good one on the key that you use often, and use the bad one on the key that you chose that you don't use as much, and put the keys back together. I used this method, and I don't even use the F9 key at all, so it hasn't come off. What I do suggest though, is to practice removing it with the bad key before you remove a good key. I really hope this helps.

@user-nj5hj2tf3z 9 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for the help

@PC_Monkey 9 ай бұрын

Your welcome !! Happy to help :)

@drust4698 Жыл бұрын

such a life saver thnx man

@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

Your welcome !! Happy to help :)

@safanakshi4133 Жыл бұрын

questions,i have Lenovo ThinkPad 11th gen.i bought a new wireless keyboard some keys position are different compare my pc keyboard.any solution?

@Rash7 Жыл бұрын

Hey man, firstly, thanks so much for the video. My cat decided to scratch and damage + 4 of the number keys on the right hand side numpad on my Legion 5 Pro. I never use the numpad so it wasn't too big of a deal but I decided to buy replacement keys which also came with spare springs and retainer clips. I had trouble fixing them so I left it hanging for a while. I found your video again and decided to give it a try and it worked for 3 keys. However for one of the keys, the spring actually came off. I'm not sure if I wasn't being careful or because the clip was exposed for months, the glue weakened. What can I do instead? Additionally, I have problems with some other keys as well which being W, Q and D. Those keys are much more important and it was affecting normal use. So I decided to call up Lenovo and since I had a Legion Ultimate support, I was being offered to get a free replacement of the entire keyboard INCLUDING the palmrest (which had gotten dark in some spots due to me resting my palm all the time). Unfortunately, because 4 of my numkeys were damaged, and that falls under user inflicted damage, they couldn't proceed with the keyboard replacement and I was really pissed. If I manage to get my keys fixed (3 are done, just 1 left) and contact them again, do you think its safe to let them do the free replacement for me if they don't remember from before? The keys and clips look pretty much the exact same. I'm not sure if thats a really dumb idea, and I don't wanna get into any legal trouble or get my warranty fully void. Sorry for the long message.

@seschul Жыл бұрын

Super helpful! Thank you!

@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

Your welcome !! Happy to help :)

@glenacresbaptistchurch8076 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for his Video. My T490S had a coffee spill and a couple of keys are not working. Can I use this method to pop the keys off and clean underneath?

@PC_Monkey 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, cleaning under will be a good idea if they feel 'sticky' at all. Hopefully the keyboard or the motherboard was not damaged by the spill !!

@Sky-bx9mn Жыл бұрын

You're a lifesaver. Thank you!!!

@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

Happy to help :) Always here if needed !!

@michaelzet3704 2 ай бұрын

thanks that was really helpful :) !

@PC_Monkey 2 ай бұрын

Great to hear !! Always here to help :)

@candylever3838 4 ай бұрын

what do we do if we’ve broken the really thin plastic on one of the corner holes? should we get a new retainer clip? or is there some way to diy it? my keycap will snap back in, but then come loose again even worse, my thinkpad (e15 gen 4) has a trackpoint and i broke the clip of the h key, so it’s differently shaped than all the other keys and i can’t just swap it out… wondering if i can get a replacement somewhere???

@candylever3838 4 ай бұрын

the hole i’ve snapped was on the inner clip, by the way if that helps

@PC_Monkey 4 ай бұрын

@@candylever3838 If any part of the key is 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.

@Zenili Жыл бұрын

i want to ask, where do i buy a key cap replacement, my "d" cap fell off while writing and the retainer clip was broken can u suggest a web site that sells keycaps for dell inspiron 15 5000, if so that would be great.

@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.

@jdibo 6 ай бұрын

My two plastic piece came apart. The inner plastic. The little circle thing came apart from the square plastic thing that keeps the key locked in. Is there a place I can buy single replacements? For the letter T

@PC_Monkey 6 ай 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.

@glowtoe9505 4 жыл бұрын

soo i kinda broke the plastic that was holding it together is it fixable-?

@PC_Monkey 4 жыл бұрын

Not if its broken, no. You would have to replace it.

@DrCheez342 2 ай бұрын

Thanks man i thought ima have to live a no p key life

@PC_Monkey 2 ай бұрын

Happy to help :) Always here if needed !!

@noblejesse Жыл бұрын

Hi im struggling to put the inner part in the outer part in each other as they are in two pieces for me. I've seen another video of yours of doing it but I cant see what your doing in that one. help please

@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

I describe how to do it in the later half of this video: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/hsWFkrmru97Le2g.html

@osamabadr1815 2 ай бұрын

Bro u saved my life

@PC_Monkey 2 ай бұрын

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

@sanjeevshenoy1106 5 ай бұрын

Thank you so much i legit thought i broke my dad's new laptop lol 😭

@PC_Monkey 5 ай бұрын

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

@vtmegrad98 3 жыл бұрын

When you say to "push up" around 3:00, does "up" mean towards the ceiling, or towards the keys above that one?

@PC_Monkey 3 жыл бұрын

Towards the key above that one :)

@kaksoispisteviivadee 29 күн бұрын

thanks. You saved me.

@PC_Monkey 29 күн бұрын

Happy to help :) Always here if needed !!

@muckeyduck3472 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Is this a product defect, or a know problem with Lenovo product? My laptop has not been dropped, banged, or abused, and yet the C and V keys a popping off, and it looks like the top clips/retainers are busted. If this is a product wide issue, a trending problem with, in my case, X1 Carbon, it seems like Lenovo should be obliged to send the key retainer part.

@PC_Monkey 3 жыл бұрын

Keys are pretty cheap non-high-tech parts. They just break sometimes unfortunately. I usually get my keys on Ebay or www.laptopkeys.com/. If you cannot find a loose key for sale, you may have to purchase a keyboard and take a key from there.

@kokoclips3003 10 ай бұрын

Thank you so much Worked perfectly!!!

@PC_Monkey 10 ай бұрын

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

@brunosavastano1851 2 жыл бұрын

how about the smaller F keys? one of mine came off, while the plastic hinge seems fine, underneath the key itself there's a small metal piece and i don't know if that's supposed to hold on to something or what should it's placement be

@PC_Monkey 2 жыл бұрын

The smaller function keys are usually just smaller versions of the normal letter keys. With a Key Cap, a Retainer Clip, and a Rubber Spring. Feel free to post a video or a short to your own channel and message me back here. I can then view and advise further :)

@ranunharanu1504 Жыл бұрын

Thanks man it was so helpful

@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

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

@StaceyMcKenna 7 күн бұрын

This was close, but not quite, for mine (Thinkpad T480s). The 2 plastic pieces under the key behaved a little differently and needed to be held together then seated EXACTLY at the right spot. The the key on top had a pin on each side that had to be inserted, and THEN the magic press down to click the key into the plastic set and finally attached. Phew!

@PC_Monkey 6 күн бұрын

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

@stargazer4683 Жыл бұрын

Thank you sir my 3 key works again !!

@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

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

@virgulesfr 5 ай бұрын

I have a thinkpad E15, I removed my right arrow and now to put it back it goes but when I press down or up it goes as if it's coming off it's not really attached even though I pressed well and everything looks good...

@PC_Monkey 5 ай бұрын

@matthewh5100 3 жыл бұрын

Thx a lot man, the z key had me stressing😭

@PC_Monkey 3 жыл бұрын

Happy to help :) Always here if needed !!

@vodka7280 Жыл бұрын

Great video! What could be wrong if my keys switched places? Example, I press Shift 9 to get ‘)’ instead of ‘(‘ or Shift 7 to get ‘^’ instead of ‘&’. Thank you

@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

1. Do the keys feel like there is something physically wrong with them or do they feel like they are mechanically working fine? 2. 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; kzfaq.info/get/bejne/rdeilsuX1cquj6s.html.

@ellenorbjornsdottir1166 Жыл бұрын

Did you do that deliberately? If so, the keys should work as the key that was in the place they're now it (so a Q will work as a T if the Q is put in the T's place)

@douglascoleman2 2 жыл бұрын

This helped greatly! Thank you!

@PC_Monkey 2 жыл бұрын

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

@Amatsui_ 7 ай бұрын

what do i do if the 2 clips at the bottom arent clipping in the top 2 are tho so when i push more torwards the top they my key (W key to be specific) falls out also is my retainer clip supposed to be on my key cause its clipped there and not on my computer

@PC_Monkey 7 ай бұрын

@abdoubaaziz8416 10 ай бұрын

What if the keyboard had backlights? Is it the same process? Btw its thinkbook laptop

@Aethelhadas Жыл бұрын

What if I lost the rubber spring? Can I replace with something else that can be a good alternative?

@PC_Monkey Жыл бұрын

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.