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My N key suddenly stopped working

I have the latest MacBook Air M1 chip 13-inch, 2020, and the letter N suddenly stopped working on my keyboard. I take care of this computer as my own child, so no, I've not spilled anything on it or hit it somehow, and I always keep it super clean and polished. So what's wrong with it? May it be a software issue? It just started happening one day and never came back to normal ever since.


I would appreciate your suggestions on this matter!


Thank you!


MacBook Air 13″, macOS 12.5

Posted on Aug 26, 2022 8:01 AM

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Posted on Aug 26, 2022 8:05 AM

Based on your situation, I recommend service.


Service Checklist:



Click ▶︎ Start a Service Request. ⚛️



Need more help?



Click ▶︎ Check Repair Status. 🔧

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Aug 26, 2022 8:05 AM in response to txfiti

Based on your situation, I recommend service.


Service Checklist:



Click ▶︎ Start a Service Request. ⚛️



Need more help?



Click ▶︎ Check Repair Status. 🔧

Aug 26, 2022 8:04 AM in response to txfiti

How are you keeping it "super clean"? If you're using a wet cloth with anything other than plain water, you may have gotten something inside the Mac or under the key itself. A very slightly water dampened soft cloth (wet and wrung out completely) rubbed lightly is all you need. Sometimes canned air will work, but that can blow debris under the keys.

My N key suddenly stopped working

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