- Types of scratches
- How can I solve the problem?
- The most common causes of damage
- How to get rid of scratches on the screen?
- How to get rid of scratches on the screen of tempered glass?
- How to prevent scratches on the touch screen?
All kinds of gadgets with touch screens have become an integral part of our daily life. And with them, there were various problems that you just need to solve to preserve a quality picture of the monitor or its response when touched. One of the most common questions all owners of modern home appliances, how to remove scratches from the touch screen? You will learn different ways of solving this problem from this article.
to the contents ↑Types of scratches
Before you get rid of scratches on the screen, you need to understand how large the damage is. Such damage can be of two kinds:
- Small. These are scratches that are not felt if you hold a fingernail over them. They are visible only at a certain angle.
- Large. This kind of damage to the touch screen is well palpated and visible at any angle.
Of course, the appearance of even very small scratches can upset the owner of the phone. But it is not necessary to start looking at a new gadget. Remove scratches from the touch screen can be even without the specialists of the repair shop, on their own.
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In service centers, the problem of a scratched display is solved in most cases by replacing the screen. And this can cost a lot of money. Therefore it is logical that the question arises whether it is possible to get rid of scratches on the phone screen at home. Sometimes this is quite real. Below are a few possible ways, but they should be used very carefully, so as not to spoil the smartphone completely.
Unfortunately, none of the above methods will not give you a 100% guarantee that the scratches on your phone screen will disappear without a trace. The result depends, first of all, on the degree of damage to the screen.
What should I do if the display shows these problems, and how to care for the phone so that even after a long service it looks like a new one? These and other useful recommendations you will find further in the text.
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The new smartphone rarely succeeds in maintaining a flawless appearance for a long time. Usually, the back panel of the device is erased, and there are small scratches on the display. What leads to their appearance?
The most common cause of large cracks is the drop of the phone on a hard surface from a height. Usually it happens by chance, for example, when the owner, trying to get a gadget from a purse or pocket, drops it on asphalt or tile.
Important! The formation of scratches is possible when the screen contacts the hard objects - a lighter, keys and even small change. Therefore, always carry your smartphone in a separate pocket in a special case.
You should not take your fashionable gadget with you to the beach, where it can quickly lose its appearance. Even the smallest grains of sand are hard enough and, when in contact with the display, they can leave damage on its surface.
Prevention of scratches on the display
In order to prevent even the smallest scratches and other damage to the screen, it is necessary to take care of it from the first days of use.
Stick to a few simple rules:
- Hold the phone from the first day of use in a silicone or rubber case.
- Be sure to attach a protective film to the screen.
- Do not carry your smartphone in one pocket with various metal objects.
How to get rid of scratches on the screen?
Removing scratches from the touch screen on your own at home is always risky. Before you start this operation, think about whether you can with the utmost care to do the necessary procedures.
So, if you still decided to get rid of scratches on the screen on your own, you should do the preparatory work.
Phone preparation:
- Turn off the phone.
- Cover the external connectors with electrical tape or mask tape. This is done to prevent water and other foreign substances from getting inside the gadget.
- Stock up with a lot of patience, as some scratches prove to be very, very "tenacious".It may be that you will need a watch, not a minute of painstaking work.
Now that the phone is ready for the procedure, you can pick a convenient and suitable way for you and get to work.
Toothpaste or powder
The use of tooth powder or paste is the most common way to eliminate scratches from the touchscreen phone screen.
Procedure:
- Paste or powder, apply a thin layer on the display and rub in circular motions.
- Wait until the product on the screen is completely dry.
- With a dampened cotton pad or cloth, wipe the display.
Important! After this procedure, minor damage will become less noticeable. But if there are deep scratches on your touchscreen, this way you will not be able to get rid of them.
Baby powder or baking soda
Ways to use these two products can be combined into one, because the difference is only in the ingredients, and the principle of application is the same.
Procedure:
- Dilute soda or baby powder to a mellow consistency.
- Use a cotton pad or sponge to apply the mixture to the problem areas of the screen.
- Wipe off any residue with a cloth.
- Wipe the display dry.
Sunflower oil
This method is less effective than others. With the help of vegetable oil, you can get rid of only small scratches, and only for a short time. But at the same time there are pluses: after you put on the screen oil, it will get the same shine.
Means for caring for furniture and machine
Special tools and polishes for furniture care can also be used to remove scratches from the touch screen.
Procedure:
- Apply the selected tool to the telephone screen.
- Polish the surface with a rag wipe.
Important! The effectiveness of using polishes for furniture depends on the depth of damage and the quality of the selected product. This method helps to get rid of shallow, superficial scratches.
Sandpaper
Abrasive fine-grained sandpaper is perfect for polishing. To remove scratches from the touch screen, it must be used in the form of a roller.
Important! It is necessary to use very carefully the sandpaper to eliminate scratches from the touch screen. This method is suitable only for patient and orderly people.
In no case should one rush in the process of polishing the screen, so as not to spoil it completely.
Important! After the procedure, you will notice that the touch screen has become dull and matte. This effect gives sandpaper. To return the screen shine, you need to put a little bit of GOI paste on it, and then wipe the screen with a microfiber.
GOI paste
GOI paste is a soft enough abrasive material that is used for polishing metal, ceramic and optical products. It is also suitable for polishing smartphone displays.
Important! Before buying GOI paste, consult the seller, as there are 4 different kinds of this substance.
Procedure:
- Apply a small amount of the paste to the cloth.
Important! Apply paste on the surface of the touch screen with a special napkin or cotton cloth.
- Wipe the touch screen, slowly, without strongly pressing on it.
Important! Apply the paste follows the layers, one by one. For best effect, take small breaks, letting the paste dry.
- After finishing the procedure, wipe the screen with a previously used cloth, rinsing it in clean water.
Important! Wash hands thoroughly after this procedure.
You can not see the effect right away.
Special tools for polishing displays
Such products you can buy at any hardware store. Special funds for this and are provided to get rid of scratches on the touch screen better than other means. They will not help you completely eliminate the damage, but hide them completely. Scratches on your display will become less noticeable.
Suede
The use of suede to polish the touch screen has positive reviews. But this method is considered less effective than most of the above. Suede fabric does not help you remove noticeable scratches, no matter how much you rub it with the screen.
to the contents ↑How to get rid of scratches on the screen of tempered glass?
The main drawback of Gorilla Glass is that it is difficult not only to scratch, but also to get rid of any damage. Such material is stronger than usual, but unfortunately, and it is not insured against all damages. In this case, you need to use more radical methods, toothpaste here certainly will not help.
Below is a method that is ideal for eliminating scratches from screens made of protected glass Gorilla Glass.
Important! It is worth thinking about polishing touch glass Gorilla Glass only in extreme cases, when the display is damaged to such an extent that scratches prevent you from using your smartphone.
Try polishing the screen before changing it. Polishing the display at home can significantly save your money, and the risk of increasing the damage is minimal.
Grinding machine and paste GOI
GOI paste and grinder will help you remove scratches from Gorilla Glass.
With a grinder you can remove scratches from the touch screen more "smoothly".You can qualitatively polish the screen, thanks to the high speed of rotation of this tool, and eliminate even the most notable and large defects.
Important! In the event that you do not have a grinding machine, you can use a simple drill with a suitable attachment.
Procedure:
- First, make a polishing wheel with a cloth or sponge made of microfiber( so-called roller).
- Apply a thin layer of paste on it and proceed to polishing.
Important! You need to start with a small speed. It is necessary to constantly monitor the process. In order not to overheat the glass, you do not need to polish one segment of the display for a long time.
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For protection of the screen you can use both office scotch tape and special film. The first option is more budgetary.
Important! When you glue a strip of scotch on the screen, you need to act extremely carefully. It is very important to accurately cut a piece of the right size. If you paste the adhesive tape inadvertently, your phone will look awful.
The best option, of course, is to use a special protective film. You should not save on buying it.
Important! If you want to hide all the scratches, use a film with a silicone base. Its feature is that it will fill the small scratches on your screen and they will become completely invisible. It should be done immediately after buying a smartphone, because the replacement screen will cost you much more.
With the inept use of most of the tools above, you risk ruining the screen completely, making scratches even more noticeable. Therefore, before deciding to remove defects on the screen at home, think very carefully about whether you can do this very carefully and carefully. To accurately not damage the touch screen of the phone, first test the method you selected on any old phone.
