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Guides for testing your keyboard, mouse, screen, sound, network and other hardware, and for fixing what the tests find.
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How to find a key that sometimes stops working
Test the key repeatedly, compare it with nearby keys, and narrow down whether a flaky keyboard key is caused by software, debris, or hardware.
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Laptop keyboard keys not working after a spill
A spill can damage a laptop keyboard even after the surface dries. Learn what to do first, then test which keys still register safely.
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When does laptop overheating need repair?
Learn which heat and slowdown symptoms point to a repair, how to run a browser stress test safely, and when to stop using your laptop.
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How to test a used laptop's storage performance
Check a used laptop's large-file and small-write speeds, understand the score, and spot signs that storage needs a closer look.
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15-minute computer health check after a repair
Use TooLab's Test Everything to check the parts affected by a repair, catch obvious problems, and decide what needs a closer look before you leave.
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How to test a used laptop before buying it
Run browser-based checks on a used laptop’s screen, keys, battery and performance, then spot warning signs before you hand over money.
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Why does my laptop get slow when it gets hot?
Learn why heat can slow a laptop, how to check for thermal throttling with a browser test, and what to do before dust or a failing fan causes damage.
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Is my USB flash drive fake? How to check its real size
Check whether a USB flash drive is falsely reporting its capacity, verify how much data it can really store, and tell fake size from slow speed.
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Mouse double-clicks on a single click: how to fix it
If your mouse double-clicks when you press once, test whether the switch sends extra clicks, then adjust click speed, check the connection, or replace it.
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Only one side of my headphones works
Find out whether one headphone channel is silent, then check balance settings, the cable, Bluetooth, and the audio source to fix it.
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Laptop camera not working in Zoom or Teams
Test whether your laptop camera works outside Zoom or Teams, then fix the privacy, app, or device setting blocking your video.
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How to check a new monitor for dead pixels
Check every color and corner of a new monitor for dead or stuck pixels, then decide what to do before your return window closes.