Keep Your Mac Clean

Keeping your software in good shape is important, but you also need to take care of the hardware. 

It’s essential to keep your Mac as clean as possible. That means you should avoid using it in places with a lot of dust, and keep your hands clean when you use it. Depending on which Mac you’re using, you might end up with a keyboard with stuck keys or a dusty fan that does more harm than good.

Additionally, if you want to clean your Mac, we recommend using a soft cloth slightly dampened with water. You can also use 70% isopropyl alcohol to clean it. Avoid adding moisture to your Mac’s openings, and remember to turn it off and unplug all its accessories before cleaning it.

For the keyboard, you can use a soft brush or compressed air. You may be tempted to remove the keys to clean under them, but we recommend against that on modern MacBooks unless you have specialized tools, as the plastic clips are fragile and easy to snap, which can permanently damage the keys.

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