IPad screen protector cracked

My IPad screen protector cracked. At first it came off easily- millions of shards of broken glass. But the center stuck. The actual IPad screen is fine but I have leftover IPad screen protector stuck to the middle. I can’t get it off. What is the recommendation for removing sticky glass from IPad screen? I just read “don’t use alcohol” but I can’t find what I CAN use.

iPad, iPadOS 14

Posted on Oct 29, 2023 1:38 AM

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Posted on Oct 29, 2023 3:28 AM

Before removing a cracked or shattered screen protector, it is generally recommended that you cover the damaged area with an adhesive film or tape - as this will retain broken shards and protect both yourself and the iPad screen from additional damage.


While now too late for removing the majority of the screen protector already removed, you might attempt using an adhesive film to try to slowly "peel" residual material from the screen.


Otherwise, 80% isopropyl alcohol solution is safe to use on the iPad screen - ensuring that you do not allow liquid to penetrate the edges of the screen bezel or any openings of the iPad.

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Oct 29, 2023 3:28 AM in response to Bananster

Before removing a cracked or shattered screen protector, it is generally recommended that you cover the damaged area with an adhesive film or tape - as this will retain broken shards and protect both yourself and the iPad screen from additional damage.


While now too late for removing the majority of the screen protector already removed, you might attempt using an adhesive film to try to slowly "peel" residual material from the screen.


Otherwise, 80% isopropyl alcohol solution is safe to use on the iPad screen - ensuring that you do not allow liquid to penetrate the edges of the screen bezel or any openings of the iPad.

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