re: How did we all know to fix NES cartridges as kids in the 80s/90s?

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How did we all know

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Simple.

The things we did were printed on the cartridge packing to NOT do. That's where people got the idea from...

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GAME PAK PRECAUTIONS / MAINTENANCE
Avoid touching the connectors with your fingers. Do not blow on them or allow them to get wet or dirty. Doing so may damage the Game Pak/Controller Pak and/or the Control Deck or Controller.
Game Paks/Controller Paks are high precision pieces of electronics. Do not store them in places that are very hot or cold. Do not hit, drop or otherwise abuse them. Do not take them apart.
Do not clean with benzene, paint thinner, alcohol or any other solvent.
Always check the Game Pak/Controller Pak edge connector for foreign material before inserting into the Control Deck or Controller.
Do not rapidly turn the power switch on and off, as this may cause backed-up Game Paks to lose your stored game information.

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I had to access this site the other day when my Nephew told me you didn't have to press down on the Nes cartridges to play them.

I almost slapped him.



NES Website

Here are some other precautions from Nes

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FOLLOW THESE PRECAUTIONS WHENEVER USING VIDEO GAMES:
When using your NES ® , Super NES ® or Nintendo ® 64, do not sit or stand too close to the television screen. Play as far back from the screen as possible.
Play video games on the smallest available television screen.
Do not play if you are tired or need sleep.
Always play in a well lit room.
Be sure to take a 10 to 15 minute break every hour while playing.

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I;m guessing there was reasons we thought their precautions were bullshite.