#one of my keys are clicky for some reason

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shut orchid
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idk why but today my shift key is clicky when i hit it and its very loud

glacial brambleBOT
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shut orchid
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its is a usa layout 60he

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I belive it is probably the stabalizers

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now its only the left part of it that is clicky

ember gazelle
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Just to confirm, has the problem been identified as the left stabilizer of the shift key?

shut orchid
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yes

shut orchid
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its now happened to my right shift key and my left shift key

ember gazelle
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brand new keyboard or it is only now happening

shut orchid
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brand new

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3 days

ember gazelle
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I can provide a guide if you are interested in a potential fix.

shut orchid
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yes please

ember gazelle
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Every so often there area few cases where keycaps become stuck or are difficult to move up and down. This issue is often from the stabilizers —(the two black pieces of plastic designed to prevent keycap wobbling).

I have written a small guide below that goes through the testing process and a possible fix. If you have any questions, feel free to ping me.

Testing
To begin, it's best to test each individual point:

  1. Start by removing the keycap from the keyboard. You can use the keycap puller that comes with the keyboard or simply pop it off with your hands.
  2. Test the center switch by pressing it; it should return to its resting position once released.
  3. Next, test the two stabilizers. See if you can grasp the small center piece of the stabilizers, called the "stem," and move it up and down easily (you may need to use tweezers for a better grip).

(Note: The stabilizers do not have a spring, so they should fall back down when released.)

If you notice difficulty moving the stabilizers up or down, or if they are completely stuck, it most likely indicates one of the following three problems:

  • The stabilizer "wire" has come out from the clip on the stabilizer "housing."
  • The stabilizer "stem" was inserted in the wrong orientation.
  • There is damage or pressure on the housing that is causing too tight a fit for the stem to move.

For reference, I'll include an image with the names of the stabilizer parts image
(please note that the image is not of the same stabilizer that Wooting uses).

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Removing the stabilizers

To test for the factors listed above will require removing the stabilizers from the keyboard provided below are Two methods

(Note: the stabilizers have wire have grease added by the factory. It is meant to help with the sound/feel.)

Method one involves disassembly of the keyboard, which can provide a good view of the stabilizer from below, allowing you to easily pop out the switch without the use of a switch puller.

  • Select the video below for your keyboard; it will go into detail on how to disassemble.
    Video Guide For 60HE
    Video Guide for Two HE.
  • Once you have the Top plate (the metal plate that holds the switches), gently push the switch from underneath using your thumb.
  • Now it is time to remove the stabilizers. While you view them from underneath, you will notice they have a small clip on the back end (away from the wire). You can push the clip in and then pop them out.

** Method Two** Involves removing the switch/stabilizer from the top plate without the need for disassembly. It will require the use of a "switch puller" tool.

  • Use a switch puller to remove the Center switch.
  • Then, for the stabilizer, you will need to push the tab inwards (towards the stem), then lift the stabilizer up. They should pop out. I'll include a video guide of the process as well. video guide
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Testing & Possible Fix.

Once the stabilizer has been removed from the top plate, it is recommended to perform another test and see if you can raise/lower the stabilizer stem.

(This is to test if the plastic housing is being pressed inward due to a very tight fit from the top plate, Bending the plastic housing)

Otherwise, if it still gets stuck, what I believe has occurred is that when the keyboard was manufactured, the "stem" was inserted in the incorrect orientation, which could explain the friction that you are currently experiencing.

A way to check this is to:

  • Pop out the "wire"; it is clipped into the housing, and it should be fairly easy to pop out.
  • Push the "stem" down until it falls out of the housing.
  • Rotate the "stem" 180 degrees and put it back in.
  • Insert the "wire" into the bottom hole on the "stem."
  • Pop the "wire" into the housing clip.
  • At this point, I would recommend testing the stem by moving it up/down.
  • If all seems good, it's best to pop the stabilizer back into the keyboard and test it one last time just to make sure.
shut orchid
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oh ok

ember gazelle
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sorry i did not edit it down dont need to preform all the testing steps

Hope it helps mate

shut orchid
ember gazelle
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the Video is just a Guide to remove the Top plate
that video is the best on showing how to disassemble it

it one of the Two methods

shut orchid
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oh k