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    How to clean glossy 17" screen?

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by Umpalumpa, Sep 25, 2006.

  1. Umpalumpa

    Umpalumpa Notebook Enthusiast

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    Guys,

    I got the E1705 from Dell with the best screen option (1900x1200 resolution, glossy truebrite thingie). I'm wondering, what can I use to safely wipe fingerprints and other dirt off the screen? I'm afraid to use anything because of the glossy screencover, I don't want it to detach, melt, or whatever else...

    What have you guys been using to clean your screens?

    Thanks,
    Umpa
     
    Umpalumpa, Sep 25, 2006
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  2. danimal1968

    danimal1968 Notebook Enthusiast

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    I'd go to an eyewear store and get a microfiber cloth that they sell for cleaning eyewear. Do NOT use anything made of paper as the wood fibers in the paper can lead to scratches. Microfiber is good because it will pick up the fingerprint oil without needing any kind of liquid. Cotton (and paper for that matter) will just smear it around.
     
    danimal1968, Sep 25, 2006
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    gridtalker Notebook Virtuoso

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    use a damp cloth and a dry microfiber cloth
     
    gridtalker, Sep 25, 2006
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