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Dec 04, 2025 - 02:33 PM
It’s a type of keyboard. The 2020 Air i Series laptop, model A2179, features a redesigned scissor mechanism keyboard—hence the name “MacBook Air 13-Inch (Retina, Scissor Keyboard, 2020).” Apple’s scissor switch keyboards are recognized for better reliability and a more comfortable typing experience than the earlier butterfly switch keyboards, which had various issues and led to a repair program. This transition to scissor switches addressed concerns about durability and user satisfaction. If you’re replacing the LCD display on your A2179 MacBook Air, it’s useful to note that your device comes with this improved scissor keyboard. For more details, I’ve also attached a MacRumors link about Scissor Switch Keyboards.
