MacBook screen damage question

If the screen is pushed too far back, it can be messed up. That's why you feel resistence when you push the screen back, so you don't accidentally damage the computer. Bumps, drops, spills can all cause screen damage. Before transporting the computer, put in a padded case and shut down. If you bought AppleCare Plus you might have some accident damage protection. Your homeowner/rental insurance may also have some accident protection for computers. I don't recommend stacking the computer with heavy books in any manner.

One inexpensive way to usually work with damaged screens, is just to buy an external display, and when you start up the machine, immediately close the screen. That forces the display onto the external screen, and you can add an external keyboard and mouse too.

I don't believe it was the six page report that damaged the screen. A 25 page report, maybe. There is something else that is unobserved that caused it.

Nothing should ever be placed between the screen & keyboard since there is very little clearance when the lid is closed. As you have discovered it does not take too many sheets of paper to cause the screen to crack. Also, do not use any camera covers since they will easily crack the glass around the camera as well. I'm sorry you had to discover this the hard way.

Plus, even if you place just a single piece of paper between the screen & keyboard with the lid closed you may find the laptop will wake up from the paper pressing against the keys or trackpad since pressing any key or the trackpad itself will power on/wake the laptop which could be detrimental as well since the laptop may become overheated & drain the battery when you travel.

From:

Using a camera cover, palm rest, or keyboard cover on a Mac notebook - Apple Support

"Leaving any material on your display, keyboard, or palm rest might

interfere with the display when it's closed and cause damage to your

display. "

Do you have Apple Care Plus coverage for your MacBook Pro?

In any case, you should get the device checked by visiting an Authorised Apple Service Provider or Apple Store.

Mac Repair & Service - Apple Support