How To Fix HP Chromebook 14 Key Repair Installation Guide / Removal and Replacement

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by William Perin , May 12, 2022

This video will help you safely remove and then install an individual key on a HP Chromebook 14 series computer. Since this computer uses a French Inset keyboard, it is preferable to replace keys if at all possible instead of the whole keyboard as the new keyboard cannot properly be held in place.
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FAQ’s:
Q: My Key Cap will not click down in place correctly. What’s wrong?
A: If your Key Cap is not clicking down in place correctly, it is most likely due to the Retainer Clip not being properly installed or damaged. Remove the Cap and inspect for damage or that its not laying down flush and properly snapped in itself. Compare to another Clip if needed by removing another Cap.
Q: Where can I purchase replacement keys?
A: I usually get my keys on Ebay or If you cannot find the correct key for sale, you may have to purchase a keyboard and take a key off of there.
Q: I have a Key or Keys that are not working. Will this fix them?
A: This video is a tutorial on how to replace a key. If your keys are not working but are not mechanically broken, troubleshoot them as seen here;
Q: The hinge clip came apart into two pieces. How can I reassemble?
A: They fit together with a small plastic pin on the left and right of the inner clip. These fit into holes on the outer clip. To see exactly how the inner clip sits in the outer clip, remove another key cap and copy the clip under it.
Q: The rubber spring came off. How do I reattach it?
A: There isn’t really a good way to reattach those. They are not meant to be replaced. Best advice is try to use a small amount of glue. If that does not work, you may have to replace the keyboard.