We are on our phones every day, and it only makes sense that we make sure that it's clean. Aside from cleaning the part that we can see, their ports also need some TLC every once in a while. However, not everyone knows how to clean their USB ports. Here, we will share some tips to help you keep your phone's ports clean at all times.
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Picture of a computer USB 3.0 internal/external card port taken in Mexico City on December 6, 2018.
1. Using a microfiber cloth is always a good option.
2. You can use a piece of tissue paper or similar material to clean the ports.
3. If you're not sure that you have the right USB port, you can use a white cloth to test the ports first.
4. If the test looked positive, try cleaning it with a dry microfiber cloth.
5. You can also use a little bit of hand sanitizer on it to remove any dirt. The alcohol in the hand sanitizer will help to remove dirt.
6. Make sure you store your phone in a clean place.
7. Also, avoid any liquid that can get into the USB ports unless you have a cover.
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How to Remove Stubborn Grime from Your USB Port
If your phone's ports are really dirty, then you will want to take the time to clean them. We mentioned in this article that you can use an alcohol-soaked cloth, but what if you don't have any alcohol?
In that case, you can use toothpaste. You know, the stuff you put on your teeth. Don't worry, the toothpaste will not damage your phone. It just helps to remove the grime.
You can clean your ports using this method by applying a small amount of toothpaste to a clean piece of cloth. Then, you can rub the toothpaste around the USB port.
After, you can wipe the area with a cloth to remove the residue. You can also use toothpaste-filled tissue paper. You can place this in the port and then rub it around to clean the port.
How to Keep Your USB Ports Clean in the Future
Now that you know how to clean your ports, it's time to start doing this on a regular basis. This will help your ports really get clean, and it will keep your phone's ports in perfect working condition.
It's a smart idea to take a look at your phone every once in a while and make sure that the ports are clean.
If you use your phone a lot, then you should make sure that your phone's ports are clean at all times. You can make a simple checklist on a piece of paper, and then make sure to check off the items each day.
You can do this by simply cleaning the port once a week or so to avoid dust from getting in.
It's important to keep your phone's ports from getting too dirty. Having clean ports will ensure that your phone will work the way it has always worked.
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Written by April Fowell
