====== Unreadable IC labels ======

https://electronics.stackexchange.com/questions/5186/how-to-read-the-text-printed-on-top-of-every-ic

===== White marker =====
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===== Chalk =====

1. Clean up the text with a cotton swab dipped in rubbing alcohol.

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2. Wait for the alcohol to evaporate and rub yellow or white chalk on markings.

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3. Wipe gently with a cotton swab and bingo!

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