Never spray any liquid directly on your computer. Otherwise, dampen one side of your cleaning cloth with either water or Whoosh. Take special care around the keys, particularly if you own a Mac with a butterfly keyboard.Īt this point, you can wipe down your computer with a disinfecting wipe.
If not, take a dry microfiber cloth and go over your computer. If you went out and bought a Rocket Blower, use it now to remove any dust. Begin by turning off your computer and unplugging it. You’ll save yourself time and frustration this way. Lastly, if you want to disinfect your computer, Apple recently said it’s safe to use isopropyl alcohol and Clorox wipes.Īs for the process of cleaning your Mac, the most important tip to remember is to start with a clean cloth (that’s part of the reason we recommend buying them in bulk). It will save you from buying expensive and wasteful cans of compressed air. I can’t say enough good things about the latter.
Two other products I’ve found that can make the job easier are Whoosh screen cleaner and a Giottos Rocket Blower. If you don’t already own any microfiber cloths, Amazon sells affordable 24-packs you can get for about $15. Either way, it’s more affordable than dedicated cleaning solutions and more versatile. You can buy distilled water at a grocery store or make it yourself with some simple cookware. The advantage of the latter is that it’s far less likely to leave any residue on your Mac, particularly on the display. You can use either regular or distilled water. To start, all you’ll need is some water in a spray bottle and a clean microfiber cloth. While there are a lot of products you can buy that are specially made to help you with cleaning your computer, I’ve found the simplest approach works best - and it’s the one Apple recommends. It’s impossible to cover the topic of computer maintenance from every angle, so think of this guide as more of an introduction to some organizational features and apps you may not have known about.
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