How To Reattach The Magic Keyboard Key?

A family member dropped their iPad Pro and dislodged a key on the Magic Keyboard. The user has both the key cap and a retaining clip and is looking for instructions or videos on how to remove and fix Apple Magic Keyboard keys. They found no clear explanation on how to remove and put on the keys, but they suggest that for an Enter key, remove the butterfly hinges and attach them to the key cap first. Then, add the metal bar and slide the butterfly hinges back into place.

A video shows how to replace a small key on a Magic Keyboard for iPads 11″ and 12,9″. If you have a method for replacing Apple Magic keys with a metal hinge bar inside, please share it. The trick for the Magic Keyboard is to pop the keycap.

To fix sticky keys on your iPad Pro 12.9-inch Magic keyboard, follow the easy steps to remove, clean, and reassemble using a screwdriver, brush, and dust blaster. Learn how to use the wireless Magic Keyboard with Touch ID or Lock key that comes with your iMac, connect, turn on, lock, set up, and customize your keyboard with emoji, languages, function keys, and more.

The user’s guide links show how to correctly take the keys off and replace them, but they do not provide specific tools or guides. They suggest aligning the orange section first, making sure the scissor clip tabs are under the loops, and pressing the bottom of the key until it clicks.