How do I clean under the trackpad?

Every now and then I get so much crap under there, it's difficult to use. Usually, I need to go to the Apple Store so they can clean it but I'd like to save some time and gas money for something so simple. Is there a way to clean it that won't void the warranty (I assume opening it up might be an issue).

The only "under the trackpad" I am aware of is between the surface you are resting on and the trackpad resting on it. Otherwise there is no "under" you can get at as far as I can tell.
Just wipe the underside of the TP with a soft rag. Clean the top with something like iKlear using a microfiber cloth. That's what I do at the same time I clean my display surface with the iKlear.

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