The Tools You’ll Need
Having the right tools for a project is an absolute necessity.
The most important is a good screwdriver set that comes with Philips, flathead, and Torx bits.
I strongly recommend buying high-quality tools; you only have to buy them once, anyway.
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Prevent this from happening by buying some quality tools.
iFixit is a good brand that sells a great beginner’sEssential Electronics Toolkit.
As Your First Project, Do Some Cleaning
Electronic devices can benefit from frequent spring-cleaning.
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A gunked-up controller with sticky thumbsticks also deserves more than just a quick once-over with alcohol wipes.
Cleaning peripherals is equal parts hygiene and functionality.
Always watch or read any instructions all the way at least once before you roll.
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First, you’re gonna wanna turn off the PC and switch off the power supply.
Next, unplug all cables from the back.
Take the PC to your garage or patio to avoid getting dust all over your room.
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Consult your manual if it isn’t.
Someweird casesmay have special ways to open them up.
Then, grab a can of compressed air and blast as much dust out as possible.
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Avoid touching any electronic components.
Wear ananti-static strapif at all possible.
Just like that, your mini-project is done!
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Your next task is toclean your phone’s USB-C port.
