connect a device to your PC<\/a>, and you’re unable to. In cases like this, we mostly assume the whole device has developed a serious fault whereas, it’s just a small issue of dirt being stuck in the USB port.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAs simple as it may sound, dust or dirt particles getting clogged in a USB port can cause your device not to charge, connect to another device, or work correctly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
An average person hardly considers cleaning the USB ports of their devices because it’s not seen as important, but it’s something that should be done as often as possible. Also, people don’t consider cleaning their USB ports because of the fear of causing damage to their devices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Therefore, in this article, we’ll be sharing with you how to clean your USB port properly so that your USB port can work properly. Without any further ado, let’s get to it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How To Clean Your USB Port<\/h2>\n\n\n\n To clean your USB port, you need a container filled with compressed air, isopropyl alcohol, a cotton swab, a tiny paintbrush, or a soft toothbrush. Also, when cleaning your USB port, the first thing to do is switch off your device or machine. Moving on…<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Press some compressed air into the USB port. This helps to get rid of the loose dirt or dust in the USB port. You have to be careful the container is actually filled with compressed air and doesn’t contain any liquid.<\/p>\n\n\n\nImage: @kinek00 via Twenty20<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nAfter blasting some compressed air into the USB port, clean the port with a paintbrush or soft toothbrush to get rid of more debris clogged in the port.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Then, dip the brush into some alcohol, and use the brush to scrub the port gently. You don’t want to be too hard on the port. Also, the brush shouldn’t be too soaked with alcohol.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Again, blast some air into the port to get rid of any loose debris. After that, clean the USB port properly with the alcohol swab. This will help to get rid of any remaining dirt. Finally, press some air into the USB port to dry up the port.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It’s important that you do not plug in any cable to your USB port right after cleaning it. Make sure you wait for at least 30 mins before trying to connect any cable to it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n