Fix Any Remote With This Easy Hack

Published Sep 24, 2024 By Lily Suing

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Is your remote control not working? Try this simple trick by Pam’s POV first before buying new batteries. It’s impressive how this simple trick works. I had no idea why it would make your remote control work even if the battery ran out, so I did a quick search and saw one answer from Reddit. One user explained that there is often a thin layer of corrosion that develops on the terminal of the batteries. This hack will scrap that layer and allow for a better connection.

There’s also another trick I want to share. When my remote control batteries run out, I remove them, rotate them, and place them back. It gives me a few days to spare to grab new batteries before they run out again. Another trick I learned several weeks ago is using triple-A batteries instead of double-A batteries. Yes, you can use an AAA battery if you don’t have an AA battery. All you need is foil! I wish I had known this hack years ago. It’s actually very helpful. Here’s a tutorial on how to do it: How to Use AAA Batteries When You Need AA Batteries

Fix any remote with this easy hack! It’s simple and will only take you a couple of seconds. No need for tools to fix it! Try it next time your TV remote stops working. Here’s another tip you might consider trying: Clean Battery Corrosion on Electronics

How to Fix Any Remote

Remove the back of the remote to expose the batteries.

Take your finger and rub the batteries back and forth with friction fast for a few seconds. Place the cover back on the remote control and it should work. If it stops again, just simply repeat the process.