Do you need a protective glass on your phone? How to glue protective glass correctly? How to stick protective glass on your phone - Step-by-step instructions and selection tips
This article will tell you in detail how to stick a protective glass on your phone.
A protective glass is a necessary accessory, even for the most budget smartphone, as many users confirm that in many cases the protective glass saved their device from having to replace the touchscreen. At the same time, most smartphone manufacturers already equip devices with protective glass.
But most of all, users are interested in the question of how to properly stick protective glass on a phone. You will learn about this below.
What is safety glass?
Safety glass is nothing more than glass made from controlled chemicals and heat treatments to increase its viscosity.
Figure 1. Protective glass is always supplied with an alcohol wipe and a special tool for removing air.
How does the manufacturing process of protective glass work?
The production of protective glass occurs as follows:
- During manufacturing, glass is first heated at a very high temperature. After sufficient heating, the glass is cooled using special equipment. Thus, the glass surface becomes 20 times stronger compared to its original state, and such glass can be used to protect the screen of a smartphone.
Video: Litu safety glass production process
Which protective glass to choose for your smartphone?
A common question that most smartphone users ask is why it is important to choose the best quality screen protector for your device. Well, the main reason is due to its durability and strength.
Why install protective glass on a smartphone and is it necessary?
If we talk about whether it is worth sticking a protective glass on your phone or not, then let’s say that after installing a protective glass on your smartphone, you will no longer have to worry about breaking or scratching your screen.
Additionally, a screen protector can protect your phone from shock if it accidentally falls, thereby protecting your display. In the event of a serious fall, the protective glass may be partially or completely damaged (depending on the force of the fall), but the smartphone screen will remain intact.
How to stick protective glass on a smartphone: step-by-step instructions
1. Prepare your workspace and smartphone
The first and most important step in this procedure is to unpack the kit with the protective glass. First, you need to remove the microfiber cloth and alcohol wipe from the bag.
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Attention: Your device must be turned off when installing the protective glass.
2. Remove dust, fingerprints from the display
This is an important step, because if you do not clean the screen of your device, then in the future there will be particles of dust, dirt and traces of your fingerprints on the screen. You can use an alcohol wipe for this.
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3. Remove the protective layer from the protective glass
After cleaning the screen of your device, you need to remove the protective glass from the kit. There is a layer of film on one side of the protective glass. You need to remove this layer to expose the adhesive side of the glass.
Important: Hold the protective glass by the edges to prevent fingerprints from leaving on the surface.
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4. Install a protective glass to your smartphone screen
To ensure that the protective glass is installed evenly, you need to pay attention to the bottom and top of the device. Once calibrated and aligned, place your palm on the screen protector to secure it in place.
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How to remove the protective glass from your phone?
To remove the protective glass from your phone, simply pull one edge of the glass. Do not make sudden movements under any circumstances, otherwise the protective glass may crack.
Or 6. This instruction will discuss the main problems that you may encounter when sticking 2.5D glass. Read our tips carefully and feel free to proceed with the installation yourself.
Comparing the sizes of protective glass for iPhone 6 and iPhone 7
Quite often, manufacturers of protective glasses send prototypes to our editorial office for testing and checking the quality of the silicone adhesive layer. In this instruction, we will paste prototypes of the protective glass from the iPhone 7 onto the iPhone 6.
iPhone 7 and iPhone 6 differ from each other in the size of the earpiece (it is longer in iPhone 7). If you look closely at the photos, you will notice the main difference between the two smartphones. The only problem that you may encounter when gluing glass from one smartphone to another is centering the protective glass on the top of the device (relative to the earpiece).
To glue the glass onto your iPhone 6 in the most accurate way, read the instructions below.
Attention! The protective glass from iPhone 6 cannot be glued to iPhone 7 without the formation of local air particles in the area of the earpiece.
Set of tools for installing protective glass
As a rule, most branded manufacturers of protective glass for iPhone 6 complete their products with a wide range of tools for high-quality, self-installation at home. One such manufacturer is Benks.
Let's not stray too far from our instructions. So, to install a protective glass on the iPhone 6S 6 we will need:
Stickers (or tape)
Wet wipe or alcohol wipe
Microfiber
Scotch tape and stickers will help us stick the glass using the “Loophole” method. We advise you to use adhesive tape, because... stickers will be needed to remove particles of dirt and dust from under the glued glass. The presence of microfiber in tools is mandatory. Without it, it is impossible to remove fine dust and stains from using an alcohol or damp wipe.
What to do before installing a protective glass on iPhone 6? Preparatory work.
First of all, you should determine the location of the adhesive base on the protective glass. In 98% of cases, manufacturers apply special inscriptions to the sticker on the side of the protective adhesive film. If you are in doubt about the location of the adhesive layer, pull the back of the film (but do not peel it off!) and remember which way it peels off.
Cut two small pieces of tape and transfer them to your fingers, as shown in the photo.
Transfer the tape from your fingers to the protective glass, on the opposite adhesive side. Take the iPhone 6 6S in your hand and attach the protective glass with adhesive tape. Center the glass on the top speaker and the Home button. Press it with your thumb and secure the adhesive tape “Tightly” on the back of the iPhone case.
As a result, you will get a “Loop” design, as shown in the photo.
For which protective glasses is this gluing method suitable?
Currently, there is a colossal number of different options and sizes of protective glass on the iPhone 6 accessories market. Our instructions discuss armored glass without a “Pre-installation platform”, which creates an obstacle to centering the glass relative to the smartphone body and makes it impossible to use the “Loop” for high-quality installation.
Why is it impossible to glue glass to an iPhone 6 with an adhesive platform using the proposed method? It's very simple. If you look at the photographs, it will immediately become clear. The platform will not allow you to center the glass, because... there are no pass-through cutouts for the Home button and earpiece.
In the case of Benks, a similar design is typically used in the production of 3D glass. We have published instructions on how to glue 3D glass on an iPhone 6.
Cleaning iPhone 6 Screen
Let's return to the process of gluing the protective glass. First of all, the display should be degreased with an alcohol wipe. To remove dust and dirt particles, carefully wipe the screen with a microfiber cloth in a circular motion. Make sure your iPhone 6 display is at its ideal frequency.
Attention! After cleaning the screen, immediately proceed to the next step in our instructions for gluing the protective glass. The display will quickly become covered with dust if the room in which you install the glass has a lot of dust or low humidity. We recommend doing this in the bathroom.
The main step. How to glue protective glass on iPhone 6?
Important! Apply the glass, without pressing with your finger, to once again make sure that there is no dirt under the glass and that it is centered relative to the iPhone 6 body.
Press the center of the protective glass with your index finger. When most of the air has come out from under it, peel off the tape, starting from the front of the smartphone.
Air under the protective glass on an iPhone. How to remove?
There are many ways that will help you expel air from under the protective glass of your phone. We will look at the most popular of them. Our instructions are most suitable for local (circular) formations of air bubbles under protective glass. All you need for this are short nails.
Determine the closest edge to where the air collects. Gently lift the edge of the protective glass using your fingernails. Drive the “Bubble” from under the protective glass of the iPhone 6 into the resulting passage.
How to deal with a peeling edge or air accumulation around the edges of the protective glass on the iPhone 6?
High-quality protective glass or armored glass without defective adhesive layer instantly sticks to the smartphone display without the formation of “non-glue” along its edges. If this occurs, proceed as follows:
Wait a few days. Perhaps the adhesive base is not in poor condition and over time the protective glass will stick over the entire area of the iPhone 6 display. In such cases, we advise you to put the gadget on charge so that its body warms up a little. The temperature of the device will serve as a catalyst for the adhesive layer to set.
Is the protective glass on the iPhone 6 coming off at the edges? This happens, but not often. The smartphone display may be curved. Identifying this problem is quite simple. Apply protective glass from another manufacturer.
If step 1 does not help you, contact the store where you purchased the protective glass for iPhone 6 and file a claim for the sale of goods of inadequate quality.
Conclusions
There is nothing complicated in the process of installing or gluing protective glass. The main thing is to carefully read our instructions. If you still have questions, you can ask them in the comments to this article or on our social networks. 3D glass on the Apple iPhone 6 is not suitable for installation according to these instructions. Be careful.
Details Benks Created: August 10, 2017 Updated: January 25, 2019Protective glass. What and why?
The main purpose of protective glass is to protect the smartphone screen and reduce the likelihood of damage. A good safety glass is a multi-layer design that includes a polymer that resists scratches and light impacts, and a thin layer of real tempered glass. Nillkin and DiGi safety glasses use a high-quality layer of Japanese tempered glass Asahi Glass.
A layer of tempered glass allows you to redistribute the impact impulse in case of a strong fall. It is the presence of this component that explains the “cobweb” when the protective glass breaks.
Whether to use protective glass or not is up to everyone to decide.
But, given the cost of replacing the display and the difficulty of finding original spare parts (in the case of the iPhone), purchasing a protective glass becomes one of the very first steps to protect your smartphone.
What is a 2.5D screen?
Smartphones with slightly convex screens have been appearing for a long time, although it still seems like it was just a couple of years ago.
This effect is achieved by rounding the edges of a flat "2D" display in the Z axis. This effect can be more or less extreme, depending on how much curved edges are required. Even a slight curve can be used to make the edges of the glass feel smoother, while a larger curve will make the device look more stylish.
2.5D glass is produced in much the same way as flat glass panels, only with additional shaping when it comes to cutting the glass to the desired size.
The advantages of 2.5D glass are purely ergonomic and aesthetic.
2.5D screen and protective glass.
The 2.5D screen is beautiful, convenient and stylish. But, unfortunately, it does not add strength to the smartphone display and does not eliminate the need to use protective glass.
Unfortunately, a number of difficulties arise here.
The specificity of the rounded edges does not make it possible to make protective glass over the entire display and leaves the edge unprotected.
For many display manufacturers, physical rounding begins on the visible part of the display. And although it is not visible, it is precisely this that does not allow the protective glass to be properly glued.
As a result, if you glue protective glass onto such a display, the edges of the glass will hang in the air and will not stick.
This specificity is not a defect, which must be communicated to the end buyer before gluing the glass!
Options for solving the problem
There are only 4 basic solutions to the problem of gluing glass to a 2.5D screen:
1. Many manufacturers make protective glass in smaller sizes.
The advantage is that this glass is completely adjacent to the screen.
A noticeable disadvantage is that the glass does not cover the entire visible area of the display.
2. The second solution is also very popular and can often be found in high-quality glass. The glass is made to the largest possible size, down to the perceptible rounding area. The main advantage is that the glass completely covers the display. It is easy to use and when the screen is on, the area that is not taped is practically invisible. The downside is that the edges of the glass are not glued and this effect is noticeable when the screen is turned off.
3. Full Cover and Full Cover 3D protective glasses are made for Apple iPhone, which have painted frames around the display. The glass is glued to the entire screen. The protective frame perfectly follows the shape of the smartphone and completely protects the screen.
In the South-Contract catalog this type is represented by the following models:
DIGI Glass Screen (3D Silicone Edge) for iPhone 6/6s,
DIGI Glass Screen (Full Cover) for iPhone 7 and 7 Plus,
NILLKIN Glass Screen (AP+) for iPhone 6/6s and 6/6s Plus, iPhone 7 and 7 Plus.
4. Unfortunately, protective glass manufacturers produce this type of glass only for iPhone. For many popular positions on Android, there is Full Cover glass, but made using a different technology. Externally, it is very similar to Full Cover for iPhone, but there is no adhesive layer on the visible part of the display.
The glass is glued only along the perimeter and is held along the edge. This negatively affects the touch responsiveness of the display. In addition, the glass peels off very easily and dust gets under it. Due to the specifics of the design and the large percentage of negative reviews from end users, this type of glass is not included in the Yug-Kontrakt product range.
Replacing your screen protector can be a simple matter if you follow a few guidelines and use the right tools, otherwise you'll end up with an uneven, blistered finish.
First you need to carefully remove the old glass. It is important to remember here that the glass is attached to the screen not with glue, but due to static. And all attempts to tamper with it in any way will end in scratches on the case and display.
A special suction cup can be either a helper or your nightmare. If you use Velcro incorrectly, you can damage the sensor, cables and screen module. You need to act smoothly and carefully.
To install glass you need to prepare:
- plastic card or mediator - it’s better to take 2 pieces;
- a silicone suction cup (if you replaced the glass, you can do without it);
- napkin or lint-free cloth;
- alcohol glass cleaner;
- rubber medical gloves.
If all of the above is present, replacing the protective glass will not take much time.
Step by step work
Before work, you need to make sure that there is no dust, lint or hair on your fingers, or it is better to just wear thin gloves.
Then install a special suction cup on the part of the screen that is less damaged. It needs to be pressed down and glued to the corner of the screen. Taking a plastic card or a pick, begin to gradually pull the Velcro towards you, this must be done smoothly and gradually increasing force. Once the glass starts to separate, use a card to peel it off. When most of the glass has separated, you can quickly tear it off.
How to glue protective glass on your phone
Gluing new glass
Before gluing the new glass, make sure that there are no fingerprints or dust left on the screen. To do this, wipe the screen with a napkin and alcohol solution.
Next steps:
- Use gloved hands to grasp the edges of the protective glass.
- The protective film must be removed as close to the screen as possible so that dust does not stick to the glass.
- Try on the protective glass over the screen so that all the cutouts are in place.
- Slowly lower the glass onto the screen, pressing and simultaneously smoothing from the center to the corners. A napkin or plastic card will help you here.
If dust or lint does get in, peel off the glass to the “dirty” area, blow out the excess or remove it with tweezers and glue the glass in place.
Such simple manipulations will help you glue the protective coating yourself.
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How to stick glass on a smartphone?
Every smartphone owner understands that the screen is the weakest point in the phone. It is with the screen that problems most often occur. If the phone is dropped, the chance of the screen breaking or cracking is close to 100%. And any phone falls sooner or later, since this is the thing that a person uses constantly, one might say - from morning to evening.
Read also: How to stick the film on your smartphone yourself
To protect the screen of your favorite smartphone, smart people came up with protective glass. It is sold in any salon or store where you can buy a smartphone, and costs around 10-20 dollars.
How to properly stick protective glass on your phone
It is much cheaper to order protective glass in China.
You can stick it on with your own hands, right at home, for which you must strictly follow the instructions from the manufacturer. In general, sticking protective or bulletproof glass on yourself for the first time is not as difficult as it might seem at first. Properly applied protection to the screen will protect your phone from many troubles.
How to stick bubble-free glass on your smartphone yourself
To properly stick the second glass on the screen, you need to follow a few simple rules:
- The screen must be wiped with a special cloth, removing fingerprints, grease and other traces.
- Using a stream of air, before sticking, (you can use a medical blower) blow off all the dust.
- Degrease the screen with a special liquid, which manufacturers usually put in a box with tempered, armored or other protective glass. Bubbles under the glass are the result of poor cleaning.
- Glue the second glass with your own hands so that there is no dirt, dust, or air bubbles underneath it.
To glue shockproof glass onto your smartphone yourself, you will also need scissors and tape, which will make the work process easier.
We take the purchased glass and look at which side it has a sticker on. By pulling this sticker, we remove the protection. But you don’t need to remove it right away, as there is a way to make the process of even gluing easier. For this we need tape.
We cut off three small pieces of tape, apply the glass to the phone, and on one side glue the glass to the back surface of the phone. The glass will be fixed with tape on one side so that it can be opened like a door. And the tape plays the role of loops. This makes it much easier to stick the glass evenly.
We apply the protective glass and see if it lies evenly. If it fits, it should follow the shape of the screen.
If everything is smooth, pull the sticker and remove the protection. If the protection cannot be removed, then you can use a thin sheet of paper or your fingernails to pry up the protection and release the applied glass. Once again we wipe the screen and close our book from the phone and shockproof glass. Lightly press your finger into the center and admire how the second glass sticks to the screen on its own without bubbles. If air bubbles appear under it (which should not ideally be the case), use a soft cloth to push it to the edges and get rid of them. You can glue glass perfectly only if you act carefully and slowly.
Remove the tape and clean off the glue. The gluing or glass replacement is complete.
How to re-glue a cracked plate glass to a new one
Replacing glass if it is cracked begins with removing the old protective glass. How to remove it? Very simple. You will need a sheet of paper or plastic, preferably thinner. We are trying to drive it out of the corner under the old protective glass (any kind, even 3D, even regular armored glass). As soon as you succeed, you need to try to lift the glass up. Do not press too hard, otherwise you may simply break off a corner instead of replacing it - the glass, if already cracked, will be extremely unreliable.
The old glass has been removed and the screen needs to be cleaned again before attaching the new one. Next, gluing the tempered glass will proceed as we described above. It is better to carefully glue the glass right away than to re-glue it, so be careful.
How to stick protective glass on a smartphone at home if the size doesn’t fit
If you ordered a second glass from China, there is a high probability that it will not fit. If it is a little smaller than necessary - no big deal, in principle - it will perform its function. If the glass is a little larger, it is worse, since there is a risk of it peeling off at the most inopportune moment. And it’s inconvenient to use a smartphone with a protruding screen, so in this case it’s better to replace the glass and re-stick another one. You can peel off old or broken glass yourself.
What kind of glass are there that can be glued to a smartphone?
- 3d - this protective glass not only protects the screen, but also makes it more attractive by rounding the corners. You can stick it yourself or in the salon.
- Bulletproof glass is quite durable and protects the screen from cracks when falling even on stones and tiles. Many manufacturers produce just such glass. It is better to buy and stick such glass right away, especially if you often drop your phone.
- Tempered glass (or tempered glass) is highly durable and protects the screen from breaking.
- Shockproof is suitable for those who often drop their phone or have a habit of throwing it on the table. It is as easy to stick as other types.
- Liquid - applied as a spray, provides oleophobic, hydrophobic and antibacterial coating. Saves from small cracks. Can be reapplied.
The first four types relate to invoices and have many similarities. Before you buy an overlay glass, you need to know the exact dimensions of your smartphone screen. Liquid protection is suitable for any device. Even if you handle your phone carefully, it is better to stick glass with an additional oleophobic coating.
What to do if the glass glued to your smartphone comes off
If additional glass recently glued to a smartphone comes off, it means it was most likely defective. This happens if you bought it from a Chinese manufacturer. There is nothing you can do here, so all you have to do is get rid of the low-quality product and buy new glass.
If the reason is not the additional glass, then you can try to clean the screen again - after all, the second protection will be ideal only if the grease, dust and dirt are completely removed from the smartphone.
Important: The Glass (Gorilla) screen, which is considered extremely durable, also needs additional protection. Therefore, even for such smartphones it is important to choose glass. In addition, you can choose a rear glass to protect the body.
A smartphone is an expensive thing. Even when purchasing a budget-class device from 5 to 15 thousand rubles, we want it to serve for a long time and faithfully. The fidelity of the gadget, in turn, depends on two parameters: internal and external. And if we cannot influence the first one (represented by the hardware), then we can overcome external factors. We can protect our smartphone, if not from drowning, then certainly from mechanical impact. And the glass on the phone will help us with this. How to glue it? This is what we will talk about today.
Why do you need protective glass?
It is difficult to disagree with the fact that prolonged use of any smartphone does not imply the appearance of chips, cracks, scratches, or abrasions. This fate is typical not only for the side edges, top and bottom ends and back panel, but also for the front part. And there is perhaps the most important element - the smartphone screen. Protective glasses were invented precisely to protect the display of the device. You can also use film, but it has a lower protection factor. In any case, it is important to know how to properly glue protective glass to your phone.
What does it represent?
The appearance of the protective glass is similar to the exterior of the film. Indeed, the tasks of these two elements are similar to each other. However, it is rightfully considered to be a more reliable component, since it has a higher density compared to film. In addition, it is transparent and flexible, and this also has a certain importance. Of course, it will cost more than film. However, it is worth it, especially in cases where there is either a high probability of mechanical impact, or when the gadget is truly expensive. This level is different for everyone, but most users prefer to buy glass if their devices cost more than 10-15 thousand rubles. By purchasing, the user reduces the likelihood of damage to the main screen to almost zero, since the component described above will take the entire blow. Before we talk about how to glue it to a phone, I would like to focus on the advantages of the element.
Functions and useful properties
Not much can be said about the functions of protective glass. From its name it is clear why it was developed and what it is intended for. Either it’s a matter of features that you can talk about for hours. Their list, for example, includes resistance to scratches and other similar damage. Someone may doubt this parameter, but usually all doubts disappear after a demonstrative test. For this you can use ordinary keys. Run the sharpened edges across the glass and you will see that it really doesn't leave marks.
The second useful property of safety glass is shock absorption. We have already mentioned this briefly above. A large number of smartphones, when dropped with the surface of the screen downwards, receive physical damage, up to the complete breaking of the display. With protective glass, this problem will be solved, since instead of the screen it will break. By the way, the word “break” here should also be understood a little differently from its usual meaning. The shards from the telephone protective glass do not scatter to the sides. Finally, we can note the fact that the glass holds very, very reliably. Especially if we compare it with a simplified element - film. Users who so often ask questions about how to properly glue glass to a phone can be glad to know that this operation does not require any special experience.
We are considering the package
A very large number of requests are related specifically to how to glue film (glass) to an iPhone 6 phone. However, it should be understood that the process is generally similar for other devices. Why then dwell on specific models if the operation can be described universally? First of all, let's see what is included in the package with protective glass? Different manufacturers offer different equipment, but usually it includes the glass itself, an alcohol wipe and a cloth made of a special material. If there is no cloth or napkin, then you can use improvised analogues, this is not important.
Glass on a phone: how to glue it? Preparing the surface
If you have previously installed film or glass, these components will need to be removed. To do this, remove the cover, if there is one, then hook the element by the edge. To prevent greasy stains from appearing on the glass, you should thoroughly wash your hands and dry them in advance. By the way, preparing the workplace remains an important step. You need a flat horizontal surface and powerful lighting. This could be, for example, a table. Lighting will help avoid the occurrence of unnoticed stains and dusty areas. So what does it take to integrate glass on your phone? How to glue it? The operation will only be correct if the “bare” screen is treated in advance.
Why is cleaning necessary?
The screen, freed from film or glass, should be cleaned with a damp disc or alcohol wipe soaked in alcohol. The screen should be wiped thoroughly to ensure that no dirt remains on it. After this, you should wipe it with a special cloth, if it is included in the kit. If it is not there, then you need to find an analogue. Now it's time to put the glass on the phone. How to glue? Let's find out further.
The most important stage
There is a special film on the adhesive side of the glass. It needs to be removed. After this, we apply the glass itself to the screen. Care should be taken to ensure that it is aligned with the edges of the device, aligned with the speaker and control elements. By the way, you need to remember that you can only hold the protective glass by the edges. Only in this case there will be no traces after the operation. When the fit is complete, simply lower the component onto the screen. The glass will stick on its own. Great, now we know how to glue glass to a phone.
Are there any disadvantages
Yes, like other elements, protective glass has some disadvantages. Some users who are interested in the topic may think that the main disadvantage is the indicative complexity of the integration process. Like, if you stick it wrong the first time, then you won’t be able to do anything later. In fact, this is not what we are talking about now. The main disadvantage of this component is the fact that the device on which you will glue it will become bulkier and heavier. However, if this does not bother you, and you are not very sensitive to the weight and size of the phone, but want to protect it, then you can contact cell phone stores. They will offer not only the best products, but for additional money they will be able to glue glass with high quality.
Pitfalls and tricks
Most users are afraid of air bubbles. Or rather, they will remain. Few people can boast that they glue the protective glass carefully the first time, and there are no bubbles. However, they can be easily dealt with with a dry cloth. The procedure is terribly simple: we simply squeeze out the bubbles from the center to the periphery. The ability to glue protective glass will save money, which is charged for this procedure in mobile phone stores.
Prices
Nowadays, safety glasses are quite important and common accessories. Therefore, a large number of companies are engaged in their production. Budget options are presented mainly by Chinese companies, as one might expect. However, they are not that bad. Glass from different brands differs from each other only in the degree of hardening. However, one should not think that glass from a Chinese company will not provide the necessary degree of protection. Now that we have learned how to glue tempered glass to a phone, we can move on from words to action.
After purchasing a new smartphone, the user strives to maximally secure and protect the device from damage. In this case, additional accessories and protective elements come to the rescue. Previously, protective films were at the peak of popularity, allowing you to protect the screen from minor mechanical damage. Today the question is increasingly being asked,how to stick protective glass on your phone,because today it is the one that is leading the way in ensuring display integrity.
Uninitiated users do not see much difference between the usual film and protective glass. It is just as flexible and elastic. But still, it is glass, and it is additionally tempered and especially durable, capable of protecting the screen from most possible damage. The accessory is great for people who often drop their smartphones or are afraid of scratching the screen. The coating perfectly strengthens the screen and allows you to maintain the integrity of the display, even if the gadget falls face down. If, nevertheless, the blow turns out to be very strong, the protective glass will not allow fragments to fly away, which can be very dangerous.
Due to more significant characteristics, the cost of such an accessory is much higher than, for example, films. At the same time, the glass cannot be cut to fit the gadget, so you have to buy ready-made products adapted for a specific model. The question ishow to stick protective glass on your phone, users are interested in due to the fact that it costs extra money in the salon, but you can handle the process yourself.
The thickness of the coating ranges from 0.18-0.33 mm. It can add weight to the device and make it somewhat bulkier, so you need to be prepared for this.
Protective glass consists of several layers:
- silicone backing, necessary for the strongest possible fixation of the accessory on the screen;
- the next layer, the restraining layer, fixes glass fragments and prevents them from scattering in the event of a serious impact;
- a protective layer responsible for the strength of the glass itself;
- anti-reflective layer - ensures comfortable use of the gadget even in sunny weather;
- oleophobic layer - a coating that prevents fingerprints from being left on the display.
Glass does not affect the sensitivity of the sensor, does not spoil the image, that is, it allows you to use the gadget with no less comfort. Thanks to all the advantages of such protection, it has become in demand and fully meets consumer expectations.
How to stick protective glass on your phone
How already mentioned above,stick protective glass on your smartphoneyou can do it yourself. To do this, just follow some recommendations.
Materials and tools
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Despite the fact that the process is accessible, you should prepare the necessary tools in advance so as not to be distracted. In order to stick the protection on the screen yourself you will need:
- alcohol wipe, you can buy them at the pharmacy;
- dry soft cloth;
- liquid for cleaning displays and TV screens, you can buy it or mix it yourself, for this you will need water, alcohol and dishwashing detergent;
- dust collector or tape (to attract dust particles);
- the protective glass itself.
In addition, a plastic one may come in handy if there is no special spatula included with the protection.
Preparation of the workplace
In addition to preparing the tool, it is also necessary to prepare the workplace. It is important that it is not dusty. It is best to carry out the procedure in the kitchen or bathroom. The less fabric material around, the less dust, which will certainly settle on the screen much faster than you expect.
The table on which work will be performed must be thoroughly wiped with napkins. Before starting the process, you also need to wash your hands with soap to get rid of accumulated fat. Once everything is ready, you can proceed directly to the process.
Pasting algorithm
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How to stick protective glass on a phoneNot everyone hires, but if you follow the recommendations that we will describe below, difficulties should not arise.
So, all the equipment has been collected, the work place and the master’s hands have been prepared, let’s move on to the main stage.
- Prepare your gadget's display. Remove the old coating by carefully picking up the edge and pulling. Regardless of whether the film on the device is factory-made or purchased, it peels off very easily.
- Clean the sensor surface with an alcohol wipe or cloth with screen cleaner. It is important to carefully treat the entire surface so as not to leave any contamination. The display needs to be rubbed to maximum shine.
- If dust particles remain on the surface, then it’s time to use a dust collector or tape. The whole process is aimed at attracting dust particles with static electricity (and under no circumstances sticking tape to the screen).
- We take the screen out of the packaging and remove all protective films from it. We combine all the elements of the screen with the holes on the glass (central button and speaker). Make sure that the protection fits evenly with the edges of the device and lies flat. At the same time, you need to hold the glass by the edges so as not to touch it. If you doubt that you can handle it, it is better to wear medical gloves.
- Secure the protection by running your fingers from top to bottom along the center of the display. Then, using a spatula or credit card, remove the remaining air using characteristic movements from the center to the edge. If small droplets of air remain, this is not a problem. He will come out on his own in a few days. Therefore, do not put excessive pressure on the display.
If all measures are followed and recommendations are followed, the user will receive a perfectly smooth coating without streaks or clouding. If the latter appear, it means that the screen was poorly cleaned. To get rid of the jambs, you can peel off the glass and repeat the process.
This question follows on from the previous problem. Is it possible to remove the glass and clean the screen or re-stick the protection from one gadget to another. If the protection surface is not worn out, then this approach is quite appropriate.
In this case, additional processing of the adhesive silicone layer is required. Formic alcohol is used for processing. You need to carefully remove the glass and wipe the adhesive side with a cloth moistened with plenty of liquid. Wait until the liquid drains and dries and you can install the glass again.