Introduction
Use this guide to replace a sticky or faulty keyboard key on your Dell Inspiron 14-5415 laptop.
The keyboard is an essential part of your laptop, and a faulty or missing key can greatly affect your typing experience. Whether it's a broken key, a sticky key, or a missing keycap, replacing the keyboard key can be a simple and cost-effective way to improve your laptop's usability and durability.
Before using this guide, make sure to identify the key that needs to be replaced. Ensure to clean the key or remove any debris before going ahead with the replacement, as stated in our Troubleshooting Page. If the key still doesn't work after cleaning, a replacement may be necessary.
This guide will walk you through the process of removing the faulty key and installing the replacement keycap. It is important to follow the steps carefully and take your time to avoid damaging any other components of the keyboard or laptop.
Make sure to power off your laptop completely and remove any external power source before beginning the process. Additionally, it is recommended to have a set of spudger tools on hand for the replacement process.
Tools
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.