If there’s one lesson I’ll never forget when it comes to cleaning tech devices, it’s learning not just how to clean them, but rather how to what not to do when cleaning. Especially when we’re talking about components as delicate as a Mac’s screen.
Unfortunately, I can attest to this from (almost) my own experience. And I personally haven’t had any problems, but a very close family member has. did what you should never do with a MacBook screen: pour abrasive liquids on it. And that, whether it’s the panel of a MacBook or any other computer or device, can end up being deadly.
No abrasive liquids, thank you
This may seem like common sense and we may even know it very well, since even Apple says so. Using abrasive fluids can damage Mac screens and chassis. However, we often come across cleaning preparations that may seem practical, but which are not for electronics.
Liquids containing too much ammonia or any other harsh chemicals can be deadly. Maybe using them just once won’t happen, even if you’re already taking a risk.
What is clear is that if used frequently, the result is disastrous. In the case I mentioned in the introduction, a few cleanings per month for less than a year were enough to destroy the screen of your MacBook Air.
In this list of prohibited We include aerosols such as window cleaners and the like, those types of cleaning liquids that can be useful on certain surfaces of the house like windows or furniture, but which undoubtedly represent a great risk when cleaning screens such as computer monitors.
The Right Way to Clean Your Mac Screen
Liquids like this, which Apple also uses, are ideal for screens and can be purchased on Amazon
The first tip for everyone, both to avoid damaging the device and yourself, is the following: Turn off the Mac and unplug it from power. This way you will avoid any type of short circuit coming into contact with the liquid.
Likewise, it is advisable not to connect any accessories and to avoid pouring liquid directly onto the panel. The ideal is use a liquid containing 90% or more isopropyl alcohol, ensuring that it is a safe item for cleaning surfaces such as screens. And here it doesn’t matter whether it is LCD, Mini LED or any other technology.
The ideal method is apply the liquid to a microfiber cloth and not to the screen. And do it in small doses too. If the bottle containing the liquid contains some type of spray, simply tap it in front of the cloth several times, then wipe it on the screen. Then you can dry with the dry part of the cloth.
Likewise, other common tips come into play such as prevent the cloth from releasing lint (so microfiber is better), as well as make sure no water enters any port, as it could end up reaching the Mac card and creating an even bigger problem. And we already know that electronics and liquids aren’t exactly good companions.
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