Simple methods to remove scratches from touch screen

How to prevent scratches

Any doctor will tell you that a disease is easier to prevent than to treat. The same applies to scratches. Find a protective glass for your smartphone on AliExpress and stick it on the display. It costs 100–150 rubles including delivery to the Russian Federation, but provides full protection against scratches for 3–4 months.

Instead of glass, a regular protective film will help - original or compatible (the latter is cut with scissors along the contour of the screen). Simply carrying your smartphone in a closed case will also help. The sooner protection is provided, the fewer scratches there will be on the glass. For other cases, there are our instructions.

With prolonged use of devices and objects, defects appear on their surfaces. A number of simple methods will help you remove scratches from plastic. This material is found in everyday life almost everywhere. Therefore, the question of how to properly process plastic products and get rid of flaws on them is always relevant.

Removing scratches using GOI paste

GOI paste, a green solid, was developed in Soviet times specifically for polishing various surfaces, especially glass, ceramics and stainless metals. These days, the paste is also used to polish phone displays.

• A small amount of substance is applied to the screen.
• She rubs herself on the screen in a circular motion.
• Remaining funds are removed.

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As a result, the surface of the phone becomes pristinely smooth, as if the phone had just come from the factory.

Screen polishing methods

So, we de-energized our tablet, cleaned it, and closed all the holes. How to remove scratches from a tablet screen at home?

Special means

The most preferable way to polish a tablet screen from scratches is to use products specially designed for this purpose.

Important! The most popular of them is “Displex display polish” paste. The only drawback is the high price, so you can use alternative products.

Let's get started:

1. Squeeze a small amount onto the scratched area.
2. Using the included microfiber cloth, buff the area in a circular motion for 3-4 minutes.
3. Wipe the display with a damp cloth.

Important! Wipes for cleaning optics and glasses are also popular - they can hide minor scuffs and add shine to the surface.

Paste GOI

The most effective readily available remedy is GOI paste. It is inexpensive and easy to buy.

Important! Please note that there are 4 types of such paste, so consult the seller before purchasing to choose the best option in your particular case.

Before you start working, the paste must be softened. Do not try to rub glass or plastic with a dry piece of paste - this will only damage the coating. You can use machine oil or watch oil to soften it. Then we proceed like this:

1. Apply a small amount of product to a microfiber cloth or cotton napkin.
2. Wipe the screen, being careful not to press too hard.
3. The product must be applied in layers for greater effectiveness. It is advisable to take breaks and start applying the next layer only when you are convinced that the previous one did not bring the desired result. This is quite a painstaking task, so be patient.
4. Having achieved the desired result, wipe the screen again, but this time with a dry cloth.

Important! After the procedure, do not forget to wash your hands.

If during the polishing process you notice that the fabric has dried out, add machine oil to it again.

GOI paste plus grinder

To speed up the grinding process with GOI paste, many people prefer to use a grinding machine, the rotation speed of which allows you to achieve good results in a shorter time. If you don’t have such a tool, you can replace it with a drill with a special attachment:

1. Use a sponge and microfiber cloth to create a buffing wheel.
2. Apply paste to it and start polishing.
3. Try not to work in the same place for a long time so that the glass does not overheat.

Important! Start with low speeds, constantly check the result.

Sandpaper

Large scratches can be polished using sandpaper. Just choose fine-grain paper. If you see that the screen has become duller and more matte, then you can use GOI paste to restore shine and brightness. After completing the procedure, wipe the screen with a damp cloth or cloth.

Important! After you have managed to remove the defects, think about protecting your display from such damage in the future. Read about which protection option is better to choose:

• Screen film.
• Protective glass for display.

Traditional methods

There are several simple folk ways to remove scratches from a tablet:

• The most affordable product that is available in every home is toothpaste. But for such cases, only white paste is suitable without any whitening properties, colored crystals or other additives. Apply a little paste to the problem area and polish in smooth circular motions using a clean cloth or soft cloth. You can also use a cotton swab. If necessary, the procedure can be repeated several times. But, of course, toothpaste will not cope with large scratches.
• Another way to remove scratches from a tablet screen is to polish it with baking powder diluted with water. For two teaspoons of baking powder, use one teaspoon of water. Stir until a paste forms and you are ready to start. You can use tooth powder instead of baking powder.
• You can polish your gadget's screen using talc-based baby powder. Dilute it in a small amount of water until a thick paste forms and apply to the scratched area, and then wipe with a soft cloth. When finished, wipe the surface of the screen with a damp cloth.
• Another remedy that will help us solve this problem is baking soda, which is also available in every home. Dilute it in a ratio of 1 to 2 with water, polish the damaged area, then wipe with a damp cloth or napkin to remove any remaining product.
• You can mask small marks on the screen using vegetable or baby oil. It will add shine to the surface and hide all minor defects.
• Car polish is also used to remove scuff marks on the screen. Apply a small amount of this product to the scratches and use a cloth to wipe the surface.

Car polish is another effective way

Above we described all those methods that can be used by almost every person, since you can find something from this in any home. The following methods are suitable for smaller groups of people, but their effect is much more noticeable. So, how can you remove scratches from your phone screen using car polish?

1. The process is similar to polishing a car - a little polish (a drop, no more) is applied to the surface of the phone screen.
2. Using a circular motion, the substance is rubbed into the screen, again, until all scratches are no longer noticeable. Typically, the effect of the product appears immediately, and the result lasts for a long time.

How to remove scratches from your touch screen with toothpaste

Many owners with damaged screens are trying this method. He is the most controversial and at the same time popular. That's why we took it out separately.

Photo: clear toothpaste

To begin with, we note that it is rational to use this method only for minor defects. Removing scratches from the touch screen if they are deep will only worsen the result. There is a high probability of worsening damage, up to the loss of functions of the gadget.

Note! Toothpaste should be baby or clear. Do not use bleach as it contains a lot of abrasives.

You will need:

1. damaged device;
2. toothpaste;
3. cotton swabs;
4. masking tape;
5. napkins.

Photo: using toothpaste

Sequencing:

1. turn off your phone or tablet;
2. pull out the battery;
3. cover the edges of the case with masking tape;

   
   Photo: pasting with masking tape

4. apply a little (slightly less than a drop) of toothpaste to a cotton swab;
5. Rub the paste lightly in a circular motion;
6. then wipe the screen with a dry cloth;
7. remove the protective tape;
8. insert the battery;
9. turn on the device.

The damage should disappear or become less noticeable. Don’t think that the harder you press and rub, the better the effect. Strong pressure may completely damage the device.

A culinary blow to the problem of screen scratches

At first glance, using oil as a polishing agent seems crazy. However, in reality this method shows itself to be very effective and simple.

• First you need to apply a small drop of any vegetable oil to the surface of the screen.
• Then the drop is rubbed into the screen until the surface shines, i.e., all scratches are no longer noticeable.

Some useful tips

1. From the very beginning of use, it is worth protecting the device screen with film or, better yet, tempered glass, so that later you do not have to worry about scratches and remove them using the tips we have given.
2. After polishing, it is also worth protecting the screen of the device so as not to polish it again. In this way, you can protect yourself from unnecessary work, and the screen from constant polishing.

So, there are many ways to remove scratches from your phone screen. Some of them are available to everyone, and some require additional purchases. Be that as it may, polishing the screen is a good solution if the surface of your favorite phone has long ceased to please you. Let the device serve you for as long as possible and not let you down at the most inopportune moment.