I have a DSi that is in very good condition but for the right shoulder button. It does work but I have to press very hard to get it to register. The “lift up the button and blow into it” does actually improve the function of the button for a bit (I use canned air, not moist mouth) but it doesn’t take long at all to NOT work either. Does anyone have a REAL solution that actually works short of disassembly and replacement of the button?

  • SpikesOtherDog@ani.socialEnglish
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    5 months ago

    The switch underneath is most likely bad. I know that replacing it isn’t an option for you, but it may be the answer.

    Have you tried disassembling the unit to see if there is any debris?

    • DarthBueller@lemmy.worldOPMEnglish
      0·
      5 months ago

      So there wasn’t any visible debris upon disassembly but directly attacking the button with contact cleaner was effective.

      • SpikesOtherDog@ani.socialEnglish
        1·
        5 months ago

        Hey, that’s great to hear! Generally, when those buttons fail to activate, they need replaced. I’ll try to keep this in my back pocket, though.