Keyboards and Mice

How to Safely Clean a Keyboard or Mouse

  • Important Note: Do NOT spray the cleaner directly onto the technology as it could cause it to break. Instead, spray the microfiber cloth and then use that to wipe everything clean.
  • Spray your microfiber cloth with a Technology approved cleaner and gently wipe the desired surface. Note: Do NOT use water.
  • Spray your cloth once again before moving onto the next surface.
  • If there is dust or dirt deep in, you can blow them out with compressed air.
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Mouse Troubleshooting

  • If your mouse isn’t moving at all, first make sure that it is securely plugged into your computer.
  • Try unplugging it and plugging it back in to a different USB port if possible and then doing a full Restart of the computer.
  • If it still won’t move then turn the mouse over to inspect the underside. Make sure that nothing is blocking the red light at the bottom
  • If you mouse is moving too slowly or too quickly, you can change that in the settings by adjusting the scroll speed in the Control Panel.
  • Another tip, if you are left-handed and would rather swap the side of your computer that the mouse is on, you can change the Primary Button in Mouse Settings.
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Keyboard Troubleshooting

  • If your keyboard isn’t responding, first make sure that it is securely plugged into your computer.
  • Try unplugging it and plugging it back in to a different USB port if possible and then doing a full Restart of the computer.
  • If you are using a wireless keyboard, make sure that the keyboard is fully charged and turned on.
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Keyboard Layouts and Shortcuts

Here is a list of common Windows Shortcuts that could be of use

Here is a list of common Mac Shortcuts that could be of use

Here is a list of common Chrome Shortcuts that could be of use

If you require assistance or have a question that is not answered here then contact the Help Desk at helpdesk@sycsd.org or at 717-235-4811 extension 7262.