I accidentally spilled soy sauce on the bottom left side of my MacBook's keyboard but managed to drain it immediately after the accident. Right now, everything seems to be functioning fine, although the keys feel a bit sticky. Since my local repair shop advised me to let it airdry and said there's nothing to worry about as long as my laptop is still working, I'm wondering if I should take any additional steps? There's no Apple Store nearby for me to consult.
3 Answers
Yeah, definitely open it up if you can. Even if your keys work now, you want to make sure there's no sticky stuff lingering inside.
First things first, back up your data as soon as possible! It's better to be safe than sorry. Even if everything seems fine now, liquid damage can cause issues down the line.
The severity really depends on how much soy sauce you spilled. If it's the salty kind, it could potentially corrode the motherboard over time. Also, you should check underneath the bottom plate to see if there's any residue inside your MacBook, especially since you're using a 2020 13-inch Pro. Better safe than sorry!
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