How to Use Binder Clips to Fix Broken Keyboard Feet [Geeky Quick Fix]

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There are few things as frustrating as using a keyboard with a broken foot on it, so the folks at Apartment Therapy came up with a quick and awesome solution. All it takes is a little bit of binder clip magic…

You can see the end results in the images above, so browse on over the blog post for the quick how-to instructions and say goodbye to the broken keyboard feet blues!

Images courtesy of Apartment Therapy blog.

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