Computer Quistion?

Question

I have a dell inspiron, and the screen has smuges all over it what can I use to clean it with? I'd rather not rush into the windex :)

Answer 1

Steps

1. Dilute isopropyl alcohol (rubbing alcohol) into a mix with no more than 50% alcohol and the rest distilled water.
2. Put the solution in a small spritzer bottle, the type that you push from the top to get a fine mist. It works really well at getting just the right amount on your screen with a spray on each quadrant.
3. Apply the mix to a cotton cloth, such as an old T-shirt, lint-free microfiber cloth, or other very soft cloth. A large cloth is best, since it will help to reduce the risk of leaving streaks across the screen from finger pressure.
4. Wipe the cloth against the screen in a counter-clockwise, or other consistent motion. Apply an even pressure to the cloth but take care not to press your fingers into the cloth or screen.


Tips

* Expensive store-bought products such as Kensington Screen Guardian contain the same mixture of alcohol and water. 3M's Antistatic Cleaning Solution contains this same mix, plus Ethylene Glycol.
* If you apply too much of the solution and it is drippy or too damp, wipe it off with a soft cloth and apply less.
* Tissues will likely leave flakes of paper on your monitor. It's better to not even try using them.
* You don't want mineral spots on your screen, so don't use tap water.
* Using a 100% cotton cloth or shirt alone, without the alcohol mix, can sometimes produce the same smudge-free results without going to the trouble of mixing your own solution.
* If you're a photographer, you can use your lint-free lens wipes instead of a soft cotton cloth.
* If you are looking for a cheap way to get your hands on ready-made cleaning solution, try CD/DVD cleaner, which is often 55% Isopropyl alcohol and is not harmful to most plastic surfaces.

Warnings

* Do not drink Isopropyl alcohol. It is not grain alcohol. It is toxic.
* Do not use cheap paper towels. You will scratch the LCD screen.
* Avoid using products such as Windex because these contain ammonia and it can degrade the LCD panel.
* Shut down your laptop, unplug it from the power adapter, and remove the battery before cleaning it or you risk exposing yourself to an electrical shock.

Answer 2

Q. - What are acceptable cleaning agents for cleaning my LCD Screen?
A. -
• Water
• Vinegar (mixed with water)
• Isopropyl Alcohol


Q. - What are some of the basic supplies needed to clean an LCD Screen?
A. -
• Always use a soft cotton cloth. Some materials, such as paper towels or old rags could cause scratches and damage the LCD screen.
• Computer wipes. Only use these if they specifically state on the package they are designed for LCD laptop screens.

Q. - What are proper cleaning techniques?
A. -
• Do not spray any liquids on the LCD screen directly. Always apply the solution to your cloth first, not directly to the parts you are cleaning.
• Stroke the cloth across the display in one direction, moving from the top of the display to the bottom.

Q. - What are Unacceptable Cleaners?
A. -
• Acetone
• Ethyl alcohol
• Ethyl acid
• Ammonia
• Methyl chloride
• Petroleum Benzene

Answer 3

Sir J, is absolutely correct. I have been cleaning my LCD monitors for years, using 50% water and 50% alcohol. It is perfectly ok to use windex, and a paper towel on a CRT monitor..However do not use paper towels on a LCD monitor. Use a clean, soft cloth, such as a T-shirt, on the LCD monitor..Good Luck..

Answer 4

Endust for electronics. It's a damp pre-moistened wipe. Something like you get to clean eyeglasses with.

I really would not try to use windex nor any paper product to clean the screen. Might scratch.

Answer 5

if urs is a LCD carefully use windex but dont use it on edges

if its a regular big old monitor, it wouldnt matter anything is fine

Answer 6

Windex is actually quite ok. I use it all the time :)
No trouble there.

Good Luck.

Answer 7

Wipe it with a Paper Towel?

I'm not that sure.. cuz it looks like an LCD screen.. >.<

Answer 8

Get some ironall Pads and use a swab

Answer 9

You need the desktop. thats what turns on the monitor and makes it work.. hope this helped u

Answer 10

water w/ a paper towel