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    What's the best way to clean my controller?

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    #1  Edited By stankit

    I was playing Wolfenstein the other day and then I noticed that my triggers, bumpers and sticks were dirty.  I was just wondering if anyone has any tips for cleaning controllers?

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    #2  Edited By kmdrkul

    Any sort of all-purpose surface cleaner sprayed on a paper towel usually does the trick for me.  Nothing is going to *harm* your controller, except probably dunking it in water... which I think you are smart enough to avoid :P
     
    Q-tips also work well for the smaller, cramped spaces.  Also, those wet wipes that you keep in your car and take with you camping and whatnot work well also.

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    #3  Edited By RandomHero666

    I have a screwdriver that fits the wierd screws on the 360 pad.. every so often i take it apart and clean the cover

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    #4  Edited By NickNorman

    If you want to get in the cracks, use a push pin or toothpick.

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    #5  Edited By natetodamax

    Dip the controller in Vaseline.

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    #6  Edited By rjaylee

    If you're pretty hardcore about keeping it clean, use disinfectant wipes (or even wet-naps) around the controller. To get in between cracks, just fold the wipes or a piece of paper to slide in between the edges of the controller or triggers. I don't recommend using a paperclip or pushpin or anything else that could scratch the plastic of the controller.

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