How To Clean Monitors

[GamerMax5]

I have a **** load of smear marks on my notebook monitor. How do I effectlively clean the notebook monitor without making anymore smear marks?

[NoteMe]

In computer shops you can buy cleaning "sheets", not sure what they are called. Looks a bit like the thing you clean your hands with on the air plane. "thin shweets" with cleaning liquid on it. There is usualy one type for CRT screens and one for LCD.



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[ALL]

DO NOT USE ANY GLASS CLEANER!!!
make sure you dont use a glass cleaner that has ammonia in it, it can damage the screen!

here is a quote:

Flat Panel LCDs

LCD monitors are often called flat panel monitors because they are flat and thin. These are the types of screens that are used in most laptop computers, and they are also becoming very popular for desktop computers. LCD screens are softer than CRT glass screens, so they require some extra tender loving care. Keep your fingers and sharp objects away from these screens since they are susceptible to damage and scratches.

Use a soft dry cotton cloth to remove fingerprints and smudges from the screen. If this does not completely remove the dirt and splotches, use a small amount of isopropyl alcohol on the cleaning cloth that has been dampened with water. (A small amount of vinegar can be substituted for the isopropyl alcohol.) Again, spray the liquid on the cloth and never directly onto the screen. Do not use paper towels on an LCD screen as they can scratch the screen. Never use ammonia, ammonia-based cleaners, or strong cleaners which can cause the surface to yellow and become brittle.

It is good to have a special clean cloth that is dedicated to use on the LCD screen. Don’t pick up any old rag, as dirt particles in the rag can scratch the surface of the screen. Special LCD cleaning cloths are available and can be an excellent investment.

The best cleaning method is to stroke the cloth across the display in one direction, moving from the top of the display to the bottom.

Why not make cleaning your computer monitor a part of your spring cleaning, as well as a part of your regular cleaning routine? It will allow you to see more clearly, for sure.

[Andy]

I agree with ALL. The material used on LCD screens is very soft. I use a MicroFiber cloth and plain water on my laptop screen and my LCD screen at work..for my CRT monitors, I use Windex and a paper towel.

[Harsh Gupta]

just use a good clean muslin cloth with a good LCD screen cleaner.........muslin cloth beats every other option

[Andy]

I've never heard of that type of material..what is that? Where do you find it?