Solving a Locked Keyboard: Fix Keys That Won't Work

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A keyboard has become partially unresponsive after a user accidentally spilled something on it. Some keys are stuck or not communicating with the computer, leading to confusion about whether the issue is physical or software-related. The conclusion is that the keyboard is likely damaged beyond repair, necessitating a replacement.
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Someone hit some random combination of keys that locked up some of the keyboard. A few of them started working but there is still a couple that don't work. Does anyone know how to unlock these keys?:rolleyes:
 
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Someone hit some random combination of keys that locked up some of the keyboard. A few of them started working but there is still a couple that don't work. Does anyone know how to unlock these keys?:rolleyes:

hi physicsnewb7! :smile:

do you mean they're physically locked, ie stuck down, or only mentally locked, ie they don't communicate to the computer? :confused:
 
it turns out that that individual spilt something on it. he just confessed, so a new keyboard it is...
 

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