I had an unfortunate incident where an AA battery leaked acid after exploding in some fairy lights. I managed to get it out safely, but I later discovered that some of the acid spilled onto my MacBook Pro's keyboard, specifically on the right side near the enter button and a speaker. The residue is dry and appears as white clumps. Should I be worried that it has corroded the metal, or can I just scrape it off? I'll share a photo in the comments for reference.
4 Answers
You can try wiping off the residue. It should be crusty and likely comes off easily without causing any harm to the keyboard.
I had a similar situation! It’s surprising how even new batteries can leak. I had mine in a device I used daily, just went unchecked for a week!
Life pro tip: it's always better to use rechargeable batteries in devices you forget about. They almost never leak, saving you from messes like this!
Here’s a tip: carefully clean the affected area with white vinegar first, then follow up with clean water to remove any leftover residue. Just make sure not to let any liquid get into the keyboard!
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