By doing regular cleaning, the LCD monitor will be free from dust, stains, and germs. A safe and effective cleaning method for removing germs is to wipe it with a dry microfiber cloth. You may need to use a damp microfiber cloth if the stains and dirt are difficult to remove. If you're worried about germs, try cleaning the monitor screen using a mixture of water and vinegar or a disinfectant wipe (such as the Lysol brand). Make sure you check your device's user manual to see if the liquid is safe to use.
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Method 1 of 2: Removing Dust Using a Microfiber Cloth
Step 1. Turn off the monitor to prevent damage
Wiping the surface of a lit LCD can damage the pixels so you must turn it off before cleaning. The screen is off and black will make it easier for you to see the smudges and dust that sticks.
If you want to be careful, turn off the monitor screen completely before continuing the process
Step 2. Prepare a dry and clean microfiber cloth
The microfiber cloth is a very important tool because it is lint-free and soft against the surface of the LCD screen. Unlike you might think, ordinary cloths, wipes, rags, and T-shirts are abrasive materials and can damage the screen.
The best material is a lint-free cloth used to clean glasses. However, you can also use any available microfiber cloth
Step 3. Gently wipe the monitor screen with a microfiber cloth in one smooth motion
Begin the process at the top of the screen, wiping the cloth from one side of the screen to the other in one wide stroke. This will pick up dust and small stains.
Step 4. Continue the process by sweeping the microfiber cloth in a smooth motion until it reaches the bottom of the screen
Move to the bottom and use long, smooth strokes (as in the previous step) to remove any dust that has settled on the surface. Repeat this step until you reach the bottom of the monitor screen.
Remove dust adhering to the screen as often as necessary. Make sure you do it gently
Method 2 of 2: Removing Stubborn Stains and Dirt
Step 1. Check the monitor manual before you apply liquid on the surface of the LCD screen
All LCD monitors are of the same type, but some products have a thin layer of glass that makes them safe when exposed to small amounts of liquid or cleaning agents. However, some LCDs warn users against using any liquid.
- Most Apple devices have a thin layer of glass on the surface of their LCD screen. Laptops and PC computers usually don't have them. To be sure, check the user manual or visit the manufacturer's website for information about the device you have.
- Most warranties will be lost if your LCD monitor is damaged by liquid or cleaning agents.
Step 2. Turn off the monitor and then unplug it from the power source to prevent damage
Wiping a still-lit LCD with a damp cloth can cause damage and even give you an electric shock. Avoid this by turning off the monitor and unplugging the cable from the power source.
With the screen off and black, you can see dirt and smudges easily
Step 3. Wipe the monitor screen with a damp lint-free cloth as a safer option
Dampen a microfiber cloth with water and wring it out until the cloth is damp. Next, wipe the monitor screen with long strokes from the top to the bottom. Allow the screen to dry before you restart the device to avoid damage and short circuit.
- This can usually be done safely on most LCD screens, unless stated otherwise by the manufacturer.
- It's okay to use tap water every now and then, but the best ingredient is distilled water because it doesn't contain minerals.
Step 4. Use a mixture of water and dish soap if the dirt cannot be removed with plain water
Mix 1-2 drops of mild dish soap with a bowl of plain water. Dip a lint-free cloth in the solution and wring out the excess water. Wipe the monitor screen using a long motion, starting from the top to the bottom. Next, rinse the cloth with water, wring it out, and wipe the screen again to remove any remaining soap.
- On most devices, you can use a mixture of soap and water as long as you don't do it too often.
- Allow the monitor screen to dry for a few minutes before you turn it back on.
- If you want to disinfect the monitor screen, you should not use a mixture of water and soap. In fact, a dry microfiber cloth can actually get rid of more germs than a soap and water mixture.
Step 5. Wet a lint-free cloth with LCD cleaning liquid to remove stubborn stains
If the previous method does not remove dirt and smudges, use the factory-made LCD cleaning solution. Dampen a microfiber cloth with the cleaner and use it to wipe the screen in wide strokes from one side of the screen to the other. Start at the top of the monitor screen and work your way down.
- Never spray the LCD cleaning solution directly on the monitor screen because the liquid can seep into the screen frame and damage it.
- Do not use cleaning solutions that contain alcohol.
- If you want to get rid of germs on the monitor screen, maybe LCD cleaner is not an effective ingredient.
Step 6. Remove sticky and stubborn dirt using a mixture of water and vinegar
Mix equal parts white vinegar and water in a bowl. After that, dampen a microfiber cloth with the mixture and squeeze out the excess water. Start at the top while wiping the screen from side to side in smooth, wide strokes. Repeat this step as you move to the lower part of the screen.
- Vinegar has sanitary properties so it can kill germs on the surface of the screen. Remember, this method may not be as effective as disinfectant wipes when used to kill germs.
- Allow the monitor screen to dry or gently wipe the screen with a dry microfiber cloth before turning it on again.
Step 7. Use a disinfectant wipe to remove bacteria on the LCD screen that has a glass coating
Many devices (for example, most Apple products) have a layer of glass on their LCD surface. You can safely use disinfectant wipes on this type of screen. Squeeze the tissue and rub it on the monitor screen in broad strokes. Do this from top to bottom. Allow the screen surface to dry for at least 4 minutes before you turn it back on.
- Allowing the surface of the screen to dry will prevent a short circuit and give the disinfectant time to kill germs.
- Do not disinfect using disinfectant wipes on ordinary PC monitors or LCD screens that do not have a glass coating. On this type of screen, you should use water or a vinegar solution.
Tips
As a safety measure, check the device manual before you use any liquid on the LCD screen
Warning
- Make sure the monitor screen is turned off and unplugged from the power source before you clean it.
- Do not reconnect the monitor cable to a power source if the screen is not completely dry.
- Take care that liquid does not get on other parts of the monitor.
- Never use Windex or glass cleaner on the LCD screen.
