How to Fix Mac Keyboard Keys That Have Fallen Off

Here are the steps to take in order to fix Mac keyboard keys that have fallen off your MacBook, MacBook Pro, MacBook Air or Apple Bluetooth keyboard.

At some point you’ll find that you Mac keyboard keys fall off, or that a kid pulls them off. Whether accidental or intentional, you may be able to fix it on your own.

When this happens, the keyboard may need to be repaired or replaced at the Apple Store yet you can still attempt to fix it yourself at home before you make the trip. You will need to investigate a few factors about your keyboard issue before making the decision about which solution is best.

How to Fix Keyboard Keys That Have Fallen Off

Here are the steps to take in order to attempt to fix your own broken Mac keyboard keys.

Watch the above video to see how you can try to fix your own keys before going for a replacement at an Apple Store.

Investigate the Damage

If your key cap has simply fallen off, your fix may be quite quick and painless yet you will want to make sure you aren’t dealing with something more severe. The main way most Apple keyboard caps connect is with a little plastic bracket that clips into the key. If this bracket is intact and has no pieces missing from it, it will likely be able to be clipped back into position. If your clip is damaged however, you will likely need to get a replacement keycap and/or clip.