How do I clean my mouse?

Despite the fact that most laptops have touch control keys, many are much more comfortable to use the mouse. Without it, also not to do, if you have to work on a stationary computer. But in order not to encounter difficulties and inhibition of signal transmission during the execution of the necessary tasks, one must know how to clean the mouse and periodically do it. This way you can also protect yourself from the influence of harmful bacteria that accumulate in large quantities on the surface. How to clean the mouse, you will learn from this article.

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What are the mouse?

There are 3 main types of mice on the market:

• ball;
• laser;
• optical.

Important! The most convenient, practical and affordable are optical. They are installed by most PC users. Therefore, below you will find detailed instructions on how to clean the mouse of this type.

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Cleaning the mouse without disassembling the

device If you do not understand very well how this device works or if you want to clean the mouse, you do not take much time from it, remove the dirt from it without dismantling the case. To do this:

1. Disconnect the device from the PC.
2. Find where the lens is on the mouse.
3. Remove all the mote from her with a cotton swab or a soft clean rag, but do this as neatly as possible since this part is very fragile. Turn the device over to inspect the bottom.
4. Armed with a toothpick and remove all debris around the rubber feet of the wheels.
5. Take another toothpick and a clean cotton swab and remove the dirt carefully from the butts of the buttons.
6. Be careful not to push the mote inside. Otherwise - it is necessary to disassemble the mouse and clean it thoroughly.
7. At the end, wipe the outer panel with a damp cloth, but choose not too wet to prevent the liquid droplets from getting inside the system. Otherwise - you have to buy a new mouse.

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How to disassemble and clean the mouse?

If you decide that you already need a thorough cleansing of the mouse and want to do it yourself, follow this sequence:

1. Prepare a Phillips screwdriver.
2. Unscrew all screws on the base of the appliance. One of them is usually well marked, the other two are located under the legs of Teflon.
3. Fold them neatly in one place, so as not to lose.
4. Carefully remove the cover.
5. Inspect the microcontroller board.
6. Take a small soft sponge or cotton swab and remove all dirt particles.
7. Change the cleaning tool to a new one and make similar manipulations with the sensor and the wheel.
8. Degrease the surface by wiping it with a cotton swab dipped in alcohol.
9. Replace the chip, wheels if you have to remove them for cleaning, and then cover the case.
10. Screw in the screws.
11. Wipe it clean with a damp cloth.

Choose a method more suitable for you from the ones suggested above and clean the mouse at least once a month. In this case, you not only protect yourself from harmful microorganisms, but also warn "hang" the device. This means that any work on the PC will be convenient and quick to perform.