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    can dust scratch a lcd screen?

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by 4fingers97, Jun 6, 2009.

  1. 4fingers97

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    Sorry if this is in the wrong section but I wanted to know if things like dust can stratch an lcd screen?
     
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    Depending on "soft" dust or "hard" dust :D

    And also depending on how you clean up the dust.

    cheers ...
     
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    well what the difference between soft and hard? how can you tell and what it the right way to clean it?
     
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    Blanket lint would be "soft" dust. Aluminum oxide or sand would be "hard" dust. If you used a damp cloth and gently lifted the dust off, no problem. If you use a dry cloth and press really hard, you have a problem.
     
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    Is it true that you should move it in circles to avoid it scratching the screen? ANd alos what if you use a dry cloth but press it very very gentle?
     
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    I am not aware of this innovative move when cleaning the screen

    You should be gentle with your screen when cleaning period, no matter what you use.

    cheers ...
     
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    Use a microfiber cloth to clean your screen, it will not scratch. Do not use any pressure. You can dampen it with some water if you need to get off some harder stuff.

    Canned air works well for blowing air out of the corners of the screen.
     
    Charles P. Jefferies, Jun 7, 2009
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