Stop Bugs From Getting Into Your Keyboard

Whether you are using your desktop or laptop, there are many things you can do to stop bugs from getting into your keyboard. 

Some of the things you can do include removing dust mites, avoiding blowing hot air onto your keys, and identifying the cause of a key not working.

Dust Mites in Your Keyboard

Getting rid of dust mites is an excellent way to avoid allergic reactions. Dust mites are tiny insects, typically around a quarter to a third of a millimeter long. They feed on tiny flakes of human skin, which humans shed every day. 

They can thrive in almost any environment, including wood and tile floors, and our keyboards. They are also attracted to moist, dark places.

They are a common allergy trigger. Their droppings can cause coughing, sneezing, and runny noses. They also trigger itching, watery eyes, and respiratory difficulties.

Dust mites are attracted to warm, dark places, and they are most prevalent in humid environments. They can live on every continent except Antarctica. They prefer temperatures between 68 and 77 degrees Fahrenheit.

You can keep dust mites at bay by regularly cleaning your house. You can also use HEPA-filtered vacuum cleaners to clean dust and allergens from the air. You should also use a high-quality air filter in your ventilation system. Keeping your house clean and well-ventilated will also help to reduce the humidity level.

In addition to your vacuum cleaner, you can also use a special double-thickness bag to collect allergens. You should also wipe hard surfaces with a dry cloth. You can also use tea tree oil to kill the dust mites..

You can also take your laptop to an entomologist for expert advice. Dust mites may be living on your keyboard or monitor. They can enter through gaps in your keys or keyboard, or they may enter through vents.

Insects in Your Keyboard

Insects, like other forms of vermin, can make their way into your keyboard. This is not only unsanitary but also potentially damaging to the machinery. 

Insects can get wedged in between the keys, jamming them and preventing them from working properly. 

They may also build nests within the keyboard structure itself, blocking air vents and potentially causing overheating. Finally, they may chew through wires and other components, damaging the keyboard and rendering it useless.

In order to prevent insects from entering your keyboard, it is important to keep the area surrounding your computer clean and free of food or moisture sources that can attract them. Vacuum regularly around your work station, paying special attention to the keyboard and any other potential hiding places. 

Also, make sure that your windows and doors are properly screened in order to keep bugs out of your home or office.

If you do find insects inside your keyboard, it is important to remove them as soon as possible. You may need to disassemble the keyboard in order to remove them, and take extra care to not damage any components in the process. 

Once all of the insects are removed, it is important to clean your keyboard thoroughly with rubbing alcohol or a mild detergent. This will help to eliminate any remaining food sources that may have attracted them in the first place.

Last thing – Avoid eating  or drinking near your keyboard in order to minimize the chances of attracting insects. Keeping your work area clean and free of food sources is the best way to make sure that they never find their way into your keyboard. 

With this simple preventative measure, you can help ensure that your keyboard remains insect-free. 

Ants in Your Keyboard 

Ants are small, industrious creatures that have been living in our homes and places of work for centuries. They can get into all sorts of nooks and crannies, including your keyboard! 

While it may sound strange to think about ants in your keyboard, they can actually do some damage by causing minor blockages and making a mess.

The most common ant species in keyboards are carpenters. If you don’t notice them and start typing, you might have dead ants that can make your keyboard stop working. 

They also love to eat sticky substances such as sugar, syrup, and honey. If your keyboard has any of these leftovers on the keys, carpenter ants may make a beeline for it, potentially causing damage along the way.

In general, though, ants in your keyboard shouldn’t cause too much damage. However, it is important to remove them quickly and take steps to prevent more from entering the keyboard. This can be done by cleaning the keyboard with a vacuum cleaner or compressed air and setting up some ant bait around your work area.

It’s also important to remember that if you do see ants in your keyboard, there may be an ant colony living somewhere in your home. 

Conclusion (And Keyboard Etiquette!)

Clean and sanitize your keyboard with a cloth or a disinfectant such as alcohol. Be sure to take out detachable keycaps if necessary and gently scrub them using a soft-bristled brush. 

Wipe down the sides, back and front of the keyboard with rubbing alcohol or a mild all-purpose cleaner. 

Allow the keyboard to air dry before replacing any keycaps and turning it back on and try not to eat or drink near your computer and be mindful of how often you touch or rest your hands on the keys as this can lead to grease buildup.