Cracked tablet screens might make you think they are impossible to fix, but it is not entirely so. In this post, we’ll look at whether a cracked tablet screen can be fixed, how to repair and replace your device’s glass lamination, and also suggest several tools that will help us accomplish the task.
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Locate the proper tools
The first thing you need to do is take your tablet apart.The exact process for this will depend on the make and model of your tablet, so check the manufacturer’s guide. For example, if you have an iPad, you can use this guide from iFixit.You’ll need a couple of tools for this: a Phillips screwdriver, a spudger (a plastic tool for prying things apart), and a suction cup, which helps separate the glass screen from the body of the device.
Remove any screen protectors
If your tablet screen is cracked, you might be wondering what to do about it. In some cases, the damage can be repaired without too much hassle. Other times, the cost of repairs can make replacing an old tablet a better option than paying for a repair.
Repairing the screen
If your tablet can’t power on or if you’ve discovered a crack in your device, try these steps to fix it:
- Remove any screen protectors or cases from your tablet. With some cases and protectors, you may need to remove them before you can follow the next steps.
- Clean up the glass. Use rubbing alcohol and a lint-free cloth to gently clean any debris from around the crack. This will help ensure there’s no dirt or dust stuck under the replacement glass. Keep in mind that if water has gotten into your tablet, you should stop here and take it to a technician as soon as possible because moisture can cause permanent damage to electronics.
- Remove any remaining glass shards by gently peeling them off with a suction cup or plastic card. If you have any pieces that won’t peel off easily, use tweezers or pliers to pull them out carefully
Clean off your broken screen
- The first thing you need to do is clean off your broken screen. You want to get rid of the glass shards that are still hanging on, as well as remove any dirt or grease that may have gotten into the cracks.
- Cleaning your screen isn’t just good practice, but it’ll also help when it comes time to apply the liquid adhesive.
- To clean your screen, you’ll need some Q-tips and alcohol wipes. Dip a cotton swab in some alcohol, then rub it against the edges of your screen until all the shards are removed. If you have bigger chunks of glass stuck in there, use a pair of tweezers to remove them.
- Once you’re done cleaning, use an alcohol wipe to clean up any remaining dust or dirt from the front of your tablet. You’ll be surprised how much cleaner it looks once you’re done.
Examine the cracked screen
If you’re in warranty, you can contact the manufacturer or an authorized service center. If your tablet is out of warranty, you may want to consider replacing it with a new one if the cost to fix it will be 50 percent or more of what a new one would cost.
If you decide to repair it yourself, keep in mind that you will void the warranty.
- The first step is to clean the screen and surrounding area with a lint-free cloth to remove any dirt and oil. The adhesive on the screen is designed to stick to glass, so any foreign particles on the glass can cause imperfections.
- Examine the cracked screen carefully, noting where cracks are most severe and whether they propagate from any one point on the screen. Mark these areas with a pencil so they’re easy to find when you remove the glass from the LCD panel.
Add a new screen cover
A tablet screen can get cracked or shattered if dropped, so it’s important to find the best way to fix it. Here are a few different solutions you can try if your tablet screen is cracked.Before you start, you’ll need to get a replacement screen and possibly a tool kit. This depends on your model of tablet and what kind of damage was done to your screen.You’ll also need some adhesive glue or tape. This will help keep any loose glass in place while you look for a replacement screen cover. If possible, try not to use any electrical tape, as this can affect the display of the device and cause more damage.
Reattach the LCD screen and digitizer
- The first step in fixing a cracked screen is to get the tools needed for the job. You’ll need a replacement screen, which you can order from the manufacturer, or buy from a third-party supplier like eBay.
- Once you have your parts, you’ll need to find a video tutorial on how to repair your tablet model. There are different techniques for different models, so it’s best to find a guide that’s specific to your device. You can find these online through sites like YouTube, iFixit and Direct Fix.
- The next step is to remove the LCD screen and digitizer from your old tablet and put them into the new frame of your replacement screen.
Conclusion
Replacing a damaged screen is relatively simple. You may have to invest in a few tools, but nothing that you can’t find on Amazon or at your local electronics store. And the best part is, now you can use your tablet once again.
All you need to do next is make sure you protect that screen from cracking in the future. What’s more, once you learn how to replace a cracked tablet screen at home, there is nothing else stopping you from fixing all kinds of other common electronic devices yourself as well!
