FAQ
Whether you are just curious or already a customer, find answers to your questions here.
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A tippy type is an invention for people with longer nails that solves the issue of discomfort and inefficiency while typing. Specifically, it's a modified silicone keyboard cover.
It was designed with people with long nails in mind, but technically anyone can use a tippy type. Even those without long nails can enjoy the comfort and fun that comes with the 3D, velvety feel of a tippy type.
Yes, can you believe it?! Life before tippy type was pretty grim for those with long nails, and even more grim for those who wanted them but couldn't stand the typing challenges. Tippy type is patent-pending, and is happy to finally be here! If you want to learn more check out our ABOUT US page.
We recommend this model of tippy type keyboard cover for up to medium length nails (think medium in the Apres Gel-X extension line...which is quite long!).
To L and XL queens: we are working on making a different model for you! Join our email list (sign up in footer of website below) for updates!
tippy types are intended for use with LAPTOPS (Apple, Lenovo, HP, and Dell) as well as DESKTOP keyboards (Logitech and standard Apple Magic Keyboard)
International customers: Currently all tippy types are made with the USA return key (seen on keyboards sold in the USA; it will not fit European or Japanese return keys). We are in the process of adding international models with different return keys and lettering. PLEASE CHECK YOUR LAPTOP BEFORE PURCHASE.
MAC
LAPTOPS - MACBOOKS - PRO + AIR
Please check your model/year. There are small variations in Macbook keyboard configurations in different models/years.
Unsure what model you have? It’s simple. Click the apple icon in the upper left corner of your screen. Your model will appear in the ‘about this mac’ section.
If you have one of the following models/years you will have a PERFECT fit:
MacBook pro 13” 2020 - 2023
If you have one of the following models/years be aware that your esc key will be partially covered by a tippy type esc key but it will still work great and this does not impact functionality!
MacBook Air 15” 2023 - 2024
MacBook Air 13” 2020 - 2024
MacBook Pro 14” 2021 - 2024
MacBook Pro 16” 2021 - 2024
MacBook Pro 13”+15” 2016 - 2020
Note for touchbar models: your touchbar includes an esc key so you will not use the tippy type esc key. Also, your right/left arrow keys will be partially covered by the tippy type right/left arrow keys but, again, this won’t greatly impact overall functionality.
MacBook Air 13” 2018, 2019 Note: your right/left arrow keys will be partially covered by the tippy type right/left arrow keys but, again, this won’t greatly impact overall functionality.
iPad - perfect fit for an iPad 13", does NOT fit smaller iPads
iMac - fits the Apple Magic Keyboard WITHOUT numeric pad
LENOVO
PERFECT FIT FOR:
14" Thinkpad X1 Carbon Gen 11 10
14" ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 7
14" 2022 ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 3 & T14s Gen 4 3
14" 2022 ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 Gen 6
14” 2022 ThinkPad L14 & P14s Gen 3 Gen 4
NOT a fit for Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9/8/7/6/5
Note that keyboards will vary by Lenovo model. We are in testing to see which other models this will be compatible with, stay posted for more.
HP
PERFECT FIT FOR:
14” 2023 2022 HP EliteBook 1040 G9 G10 Laptop
14” 2023 2022 HP EliteBook 840 845 G9 G10 Laptop
13.3” 2023 2022 HP EliteBook 830 835 G9 G10 Notebook
NOT a fit for 14” HP Elitebook 840 845 1040 G3 G4 G5 G6 G7 G8 or 13.3” HP EliteBook 830 835 G5 G6 G7 G8
Note that keyboards will vary by HP model. We are in testing to see which other HP models this will be compatible with, stay posted for more.
DELL
PERFECT FIT FOR:
14” Latitude 7450 7440 7430 7420 7410
14” Latitude 7000
14” Latitude 3440 3450 5440 5450 5430 5431 5420
15.6" Latitude 7520
Latitude 9510 9520 9420
Latitude 7650 7640
NOT a fit for 14” Latitude 7455 9440 9450
Note that keyboards will vary by Dell model. We are in testing to see which other Dell models this will be compatible with, stay posted for more.
DESKTOP KEYBOARDS
LOGITECH
MX KEYS S
Perfect fit for standard MX Keys S, does not fit MX Keys Mini
MK335/MK320
Perfect fit for MK335 and MK320 models.
Note that keyboards will vary by Logitech model. We are in testing to see which other Logitech models the above may be compatible with, stay posted for more.
Ordering your tippy type on preorder is the best way to make sure you are first to receive yours when we get them in stock! We can't wait for you to get yours!
If you make a preorder purchase you will receive an order confirmation when you purchase and we will be in touch with further shipping updates!
We hear you! We're working on it! Our dream is to have tippy types for all major laptop and keyboard models, including international models!
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- Just use water and a damp cloth to remove any dust/dirt.
- If you want to use a soap, use a mild soap. We do not recommend using harsh chemicals as this could affect the lettering.
- When not using, ideally store your tippy type in the protective case. This keeps dust off and prevents damage from any direct and long exposure to the sun which may cause discoloring.
- Remember to remove your tippy type before trying to close your laptop! Tippy types are not intended to stay on your laptop while closed.
- The primary function of a tippy type is to assist your typing. It will provide some protection to your keyboard but it is not meant to fully protect it from spills etc.
- Keep your tippy type away from children – not a toy!
USA ORDERS (excluding Puerto Rico)
NO EXCHANGES
- You can return your item within 30 days of receiving it. After 30 days, we will no longer accept returns. We do not offer exchanges.
- You will receive a refund of the product price you paid minus the cost of return shipping. The original cost of shipping your tippy type to you is non-refundable.
- To start a return process, please email returns@tippytype.co and we will email you a return label via USPS to ship your item back to us.
- Please put your order number in the subject line and we will be in touch with next steps. Please allow up to 3-5 business days for a reply. Please check your junk/spam folder if you do not receive an email back from us shortly after reaching out.
- Once we receive your item please allow 10-14 business days to issue your refund. We appreciate your patience during this time. Thank you!
PUERTO RICO - All PR orders are FINAL SALE! NO RETURNS, EXCHANGES OR REFUNDS
INTERNATIONAL (NON-USA) ORDERS
- All Non-USA Orders are FINAL SALE! NO RETURNS, EXCHANGES OR REFUNDS
- Also, please be aware there maybe additional duties/tariffs/taxes due upon receipt of your package that are your responsibility to pay.
We offer USA and WORLDWIDE SHIPPING (reminder to international customers to please read "Compatibility" section on the product page). See here for more shipping details.
Shipping/Delivery issue? First please see the "Shipping" section on our FAQ page.
Don't see what you need? Please email support@tippytype.co with your order umber and a brief description of the issue. Please allow 2 business days (M-F) for a reply. We respond to all messages...so PLEASE CHECK YOUR SPAM FOLDER. Thanks!
Drop us an email at support@tippytype.co and we will get back to you.
SHIPPING
IF YOU ORDERED BEFORE 9/25:
Please email is at support@tippytype.co
IF YOUR ORDERED ON OR AFTER 9/25:
If you have Route Insurance on your order, you should be eligible to file a claim with them at claims.route.com
Domestic Orders - You will need to wait until you are seven days past the last scan to submit a claim.
International Orders - You will need to wait until 20 days after the last scan
You must submit a claim within 60 days of your package’s last scan, so do not wait!
IF YOU ORDERED BEFORE 9/25:
Please email is at support@tippytype.co
IF YOUR ORDERED ON OR AFTER 9/25:
If you have Route Insurance
You can get a refund or replacement for your order. You can go here to begin filing a claim. We recommend you apply to do this as soon as possible.
If you opted out of Route Insurance
First, check the address on the order and confirm that you entered the correct address. Once your item ships, it is in the hands of the carrier. It may have been delivered to a neighbor, stolen, or still sitting in the back of a delivery truck. Please get in touch with your post office or speak to your mail person.
The package often arrives at the correct address within a week, but we cannot issue replacements or returns for items marked as "delivered."
Please contact us at support@tippytype.co as soon as possible. Our order fulfillment is incredibly fast so we are not able to guarantee that we will be able to correct your mistake even if you email us right away.
If an item ships before your address is corrected you will need to wait for us to receive the item back for a refund.
IF YOU ORDERED BEFORE 9/25:
Please email is at support@tippytype.co
IF YOUR ORDERED ON OR AFTER 9/25:
We offer Route package protection automatically on all orders to protect against this issue. You can file a claim directly with Route to get a refund or a replacement.
If you opted out of this protection, there is nothing we can do to help you with this issue.
If an order is returned back to us because it was unable to be delivered or the carrier is unable to locate your address, please email us at support@tippytype.co and we will do our best to get you an item. There are often signifiant delays in the item being returned to us by the carrier so you may have to wait a bit for it to be returned if we are not in stock with a replacement to send asap.
ROUTE INSURANCE
Route is a shipping insurance company that covers packages that are lost, stolen, or damaged in transit.
If you opt out of purchasing it with your order we cannot help you if your package is lost, stolen or damaged.
DON'T, but if you have opted out of Route insurance, we cannot opt your order in after it is placed.
All orders will automatically have this insurance on them. We DO NOT recommend you remove this since we cannot provide replacements or refunds for missing/stolen/lost packages if Route is removed.
To make a claim, please go to claims.route.com. You must submit the email and order number from your order to proceed.
ORDERS
PREORDER - If we are on preorder for the items you want to change and it is before the shipping date please email support@tippytype.co with your order number and request.
ON STOCK - If we are in stock and shipping we are not able to accommodate changes to an order (adding or removing items). Our fulfillment is too fast to catch these in time. Please make sure to confirm your cart before submitting your order.
PREORDER - If we are on preorder for the items you want to cancel and it is before the shipping date please email support@tippytype.co with your order number and request.
ON STOCK - We are not able to accommodate this request because our fulfillment is too fast to catch these in time.
USA ORDERS (excluding Puerto Rico)
NO EXCHANGES
- You can return your item within 30 days of receiving it. After 30 days, we will no longer accept returns. We do not offer exchanges.
- You will receive a refund of the product price you paid minus the cost of return shipping. The original cost of shipping your tippy type to you is non-refundable.
- To start a return process, please email returns@tippytype.co and we will email you a return label via USPS to ship your item back to us.
- Please put your order number in the subject line and we will be in touch with next steps. Please allow up to 3-5 business days for a reply. Please check your junk/spam folder if you do not receive an email back from us shortly after reaching out.
- Once we receive your item please allow 10-14 business days to issue your refund. We appreciate your patience during this time. Thank you!
PUERTO RICO - All PR orders are FINAL SALE! NO RETURNS, EXCHANGES OR REFUNDS
INTERNATIONAL (NON-USA) ORDERS
- All Non-USA Orders are FINAL SALE! NO RETURNS, EXCHANGES OR REFUNDS
- Also, please be aware there maybe additional duties/tariffs/taxes due upon receipt of your package that are your responsibility to pay.