• FireWire400@lemmy.world
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    11 hours ago

    Yeah, a toothpick or even a toothbrush will do the trick if you’re careful. And without creating unnecessary waste.

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      10 hours ago

      It needs to be a hard material though. Soft plastic or wood can sometimes bend and break before getting anywhere.

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        2 hours ago

        Soft is good because you want the cleaning tool to break before it can apply enough force to break or scratch the contact. Use a cleaning solution to soften the gunk instead. Doesn’t have to be a part of a kit, just make sure it’s safe for metals, like isopropyl alcohol.

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        7 hours ago

        I feel like if you need more than a plastic toothpick to clean your charging port, you need to reevaluate how and when you’re using your phone and maybe should invest in paper towels to wipe your hands after eating.

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        10 hours ago

        You can loosen up the dust with the bristles and then pull it out with the toothpick. I wouldn’t recommend using metal tools.