Cleaning keyboards can be an interesting task. If there's a lot of dry stuff on it (dirt, hairs, dust, etc.), then cleaning is easy. If you have spilled something on it (coffee, pop, whatever), then buy a new one.
Cleaning Steps:
Unplug your keyboard.
First, get a nice clean cloth, damp it a bit, and wipe off all surface dust and dirt.
Now, take a vacuum cleaner (Shopvacs work well) and clean between the keys. If you have compressed air, or a blower vacuum, then blow some air into the gaps. Take a flat object (butterknife works well), and pry out the keys...(its very easy, they should just snap off)....Then, blow out any dust and hairs from the inside.
If there's permanent spots on the keyboard (dirt, fingerprints, etc.) then get some 80% or lower Rubbing alcohol (Isopropyl Alcohol) and wipe off dirty spots. Leave the keyboard to dry.
Make sure the thing is compltely dry before you plug it in.
If you like taking risks, try giving it a bath in pure distilled water. Then leave it to dry. Technically, nothing should happen to the keyboard.
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