How to Clean an Apple Laser Mouse

Apple offers a variety of laser mice for purchase at their online store. Laser mice can accumulate dirt, obscuring the lens and making the mouse harder to slide. When your cursor starts to skip or your mouse doesn't work like it used to, cleaning will likely help restore it's performance. Laser mice require little effort to clean--window cleaner or isopropyl alcohol will do the trick.

Things You'll Need

• Soft cloth
• Isopropyl alcohol or window cleaner

Instructions

1. Unplug the laser mouse from the computer. Turn off the computer first if the mouse connects anywhere other than a USB port.

2. Dampen a cloth with isopropyl alcohol or window cleaner. Wipe the bottom of the Apple laser mouse, focusing on the lens, LED light and rubber pads on the bottom.

3. Wipe over the top of the Apple laser mouse. Allow the mouse to dry before plugging it back in.

References

• Apple.com: Apple Magic Mouse
• Helpwithpcs.com: How to Clean an Optical Mouse