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Apr 8, 2015 3:22 PM in response to malarifi3by OGELTHORPE,I use Windex Electronics on my MBPs.
http://www.windex.com/en-US/Products/Pages/electronic-cleaner-and-wipes.aspx
I spray some on a small microfiber cloth and clean the display. Then I use a large microfiber cloth to wipe off any residue. The result is the same as the day it came out of the box.
THIS IS NOT TO BE CONFUSED WITH ORDINARY HOUSEHOLD WINDEX GLASS CLEANER!
Ciao.
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Apr 8, 2015 3:33 PM in response to malarifi3by Network 23,You really don't need anything more than a soft cloth wet with a small amount of water. That's exactly what Apple recommends:
Cotton is good, microfiber is better.
You can buy cleaning fluids only if they are specifically made for screens, but usually they aren't necessary. Water plus microfiber has always worked just as well for me. But if you like to spend money, go ahead.
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Apr 8, 2015 3:45 PM in response to Network 23by OGELTHORPE,Network 23 wrote:
You really don't need anything more than a soft cloth wet with a small amount of water. That's exactly what Apple recommends:
In regards to the link you provided, I see no mention of water in the notebook or display sections. Water does have contaminants in it to a varying degree depending upon the water supply. Distilled water would be acceptable.
Ciao.
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Apr 8, 2015 3:59 PM in response to OGELTHORPEby Network 23,OGELTHORPE wrote:
In regards to the link you provided, I see no mention of water in the notebook or display sections. Water does have contaminants in it to a varying degree depending upon the water supply. Distilled water would be acceptable.
Further down the page it says
When cleaning the outside of your MacBook, MacBook Pro, or MacBook Air, first shut down your computer and unplug the power adapter. Then use a damp, soft, lint-free cloth to clean the computer's exterior.
Damp means it isn't dry...
Yes, tap water may have contaminants, but I doubt they are enough to significantly affect the display or coatings. Certainly if distilled water is at hand it would be preferably, but I don't think it's that big a deal.
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Apr 8, 2015 4:11 PM in response to Network 23by OGELTHORPE,Network 23 wrote:
OGELTHORPE wrote:
In regards to the link you provided, I see no mention of water in the notebook or display sections. Water does have contaminants in it to a varying degree depending upon the water supply. Distilled water would be acceptable.
Further down the page it says
When cleaning the outside of your MacBook, MacBook Pro, or MacBook Air, first shut down your computer and unplug the power adapter. Then use a damp, soft, lint-free cloth to clean the computer's exterior.
Damp means it isn't dry...
I agree, damp means it isn't dry, but damp ≠ water. There are many other liquids that can make a cloth damp. All I can say that in that link I saw no mention of water.
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