Nuances worth knowing about
In addition, there are other nuances:
- It will not work to glue the protection immediately, and not gradually.
- Do not bring the film close to either side of the tablet. This can lead to rapid flaking.
- The film can be cleaned by absolutely any means.
- The average service life of the protective surface is one year.
It is important to note: if, after gluing, after a couple of days, you find debris under it, then it will not be possible to remove and glue it again, since you will not achieve the proper result anyway.
Film sticker
At this point we will talk about how to stick the film on the tablet. I warn you right away that gluing a protective film is a very difficult process. Although they write on the Internet that it is like "spitting", in fact, the opposite is true. Before proceeding directly to the sticker, you need to read the previous points and do everything as it is written there.
So, first you need to get the already purchased (or go to buy) protective film, usually a special film is sold for the device of exactly the same size as the screen, but there are times when the film should be slightly cut to the desired size.
What the film should look like
The picture above shows how a film for a tablet should look like - it should have a special markup with dimensions, in which case trimming will not take much time
So, we measure the screen size of your tablet or smartphone as accurately as possible (this is very important!), Then very carefully cut it out so that the edges are as even as possible. You need to cut the film on the side where there is no special paper sticker, which serves to separate the protective film itself from the special shipping coating
Protective film with stickers on the sides
Application of film to the display
Again, before sticking, it is necessary to check the absence of dust, if necessary, put the device in a bag to isolate it from the external environment. You should not immediately remove the shipping cover, as the likelihood of spoiling the film and getting dust on the glue is quite high. First you need to remove the coating 1/5 of the entire length of the film. How to apply the film - horizontally or vertically - depends on you and the location of the sticker.
Screen film application
After you have glued 1/5 of the film (as shown in the picture), slowly begin to remove the shipping cover. Of course, in this case, air bubbles will appear, but don't worry too much - they can be removed with a plastic card with light movements towards the edges of the phone.
How to remove bubbles
If you bought a high-quality film, the bubbles will go away after several passes across the screen. If they are not removed, it means that dust or lint has got under the film, in this case there is no need to panic and throw away the film. Again, if you bought a high-quality film, you can easily rinse it under running water, in no case do not try to remove the villi with your fingers or a napkin: you will bring in more dirt. After that, you need to repeat the gluing of the film again, remember that you often do not need to do this, even the highest-quality film will be damaged.
Some additional tips
It is worth remembering that it will not be possible to completely remove the dust. Even if you clean the screen completely and put it in a plastic bag, dust can get in during the sticker process. If you have already brought in dust or lint, you should not remove it and run to wash it under water, as the next time you may not be able to glue it properly.
During operation, defects will become less noticeable, and small air bubbles will disappear altogether. The film should be applied after purchasing the device, since the manufacturer has already applied a special advertising and protective film to the screen and when you remove it, you get a completely clean screen. The best place for a sticker is a bathroom with hot water turned on, the steam will create exactly the dust-free climate we need.
The risky sticker method
There are situations when there is a lot of dust in the place of the sticker and it is completely impossible to get rid of it. In this case, the wet sticking method is used. It is worth warning right away that this method is used at the peril and risk of the owner of the device, since the likelihood of water ingress is very high.
So, we take the film, already peeled off from the transport surface, and bring it under a stream of water, then you need to shake the film very strongly (on which barely noticeable microscopic drops of water will remain) and, as described above, apply it to the screen of the device (tablet, smartphone) and remove drops of water with very gentle movements with a plastic card. In this case, the water will take away all dust and lint, but there is a possibility of bringing moisture into the device.
Be sure to wipe the screen with a napkin after the sticker.
What is a screen protector?
A protective film is a very thin polymer coating that is usually coated with a special adhesive, depending on the application, on both sides or one side. Films are different in structure and appearance, for example:
- Black and white;
- Transparent;
- Matte;
- Glossy;
- Reflective.
What does the film look like
The screen protector itself is a very useful and versatile accessory for any device with a touchscreen display and regular glass. Films of different structure are able to withstand various mechanical damages from ordinary scratching with a key or stylus to protection from shock when dropped on the display. Unfortunately, the lines of use of the film are limited, so after two or three months of negligence it will have to be changed. If you treat the device well, then it will last up to a year.
Usually after several months of use, in order to return the display to normal condition, you just need to remove the old film and glue the new one. But at this stage, many problems arise that ultimately lead to deterioration of the protective coating.
General information
Many users are quite skeptical about the functions of a film for a tablet, simply not understanding how they work. Either a rather annoying seller has already been trying for 30 minutes, or even an hour, to almost forcefully force people to buy a film and this completely discourages them from having anything in common with them.
Basic structure
Buying a film for a tablet is a purely personal matter, many modern gadgets initially have a special tempered glass that can withstand mechanical damage, even from diamond or sand granules. And everyday work for them is quite a familiar state, but nevertheless, experts recommend using films, since even the most protected tablet can be exposed to external influences at any time.
How to stick correctly
- Move the shipping film 1-1.5 cm away from the target film (long side).
- Attach it as accurately as possible to one of the edges of the tablet
- Gradually adjust it to the display, simultaneously removing the shipping one, until it completely rests on the surface.
- If it did not go well, then carefully remove it and re-glue it, smoothing it with a flat thin object, for example, a credit card.
Completion
Do not pay attention to the bubbles that appear - this is natural. They can be smoothed with the same credit card.
They also leave well if you smoothen them with a cloth. After there are no more bubbles - remove the second protective layer (quality views) by pulling off the petal numbered "2".
Now you know how to apply a screen protector to your tablet. Over time, more experience will appear and the procedure will seem trivial.
Still, you need to pay attention to some of the nuances:
- to apply to the entire surface at the same time - it will not work;
- do not bring it close to the ends of the tablet, otherwise it will begin to undercut faster, which ultimately will lead to the fact that it will lag behind;
- the film can be cleaned with any non-aggressive means, unlike the display;
- if you approach the issue of operation correctly, then it will last more than a year, so do not buy it with a margin, because the price for them is constantly falling;
- when the sticker on the tablet was not very successful and there, after a while, dust particles were found, do not re-glue it again, as it will already grip badly.
How to properly stick a screen protector on your phone: the wet method
This method is more dangerous, especially if you have never tried to glue the film before. We advise you to play it safe and use the method described earlier, but if you are neat and do not want to smooth the surface with a card for a long time, using water will help you.
The screen is wiped with a lint-free cloth and cleared of streaks and fingerprints.
The surface of the display must be carefully moistened with water, make sure that not a single drop gets into the holes and slots. If you want to play it safe and use any alcoholic compounds that are safe for the insides of the smartphone, we will warn you that they can spoil the adhesion of the film.
Remove the protective sticker by a quarter and apply the film to the wet glass.
Press and smooth the surface - you can use the same tool - a plastic card. Remove excess moisture around the edges with a cloth.
Important
The water must be sprayed gently - do not use too much moisture.
This method is faster, but somewhat more dangerous. The choice remains at your discretion, and we wish you to quickly and easily protect your smartphone with additional plastic. We offer you to get acquainted with the video on how to properly stick a protective film on your phone.
How to apply a screen protector to your phone screen
Of course, this service is provided in almost all communication salons and repair shops, but the matter is not too difficult, we advise you not to spend money on a master. If you figure it out, you can glue the film yourself without any problems, avoiding air bubbles and dust getting under it.
So, the first step is to decide on the type of film. If your phone is a popular model of a well-known brand, most likely, it is not difficult for it to find a film that will exactly follow the contours of the screen. It not only fits perfectly on the display in shape - it has holes for the speaker, buttons, camera.
If your mobile is an inexpensive Chinese device, or you just don't want to look for a suitable self-adhesive model, you can purchase universal protection and adjust it yourself to the desired parameters.
In addition, there are glossy and matte options on sale. This is where your personal preference decides. The good thing about gloss is that it is completely transparent and the surface remains smooth - this is convenient for sliding your finger. There is only one minus - glare when hitting light.
In this regard, a matte surface is much more convenient - no glare, even if you use the gadget in the sun. But transparency immediately loses several points. There is an added benefit here - if your phone has a lower resolution screen, the matte film will reduce graininess.
When buying, think about what is more important to you - no glare or transparency. Be sure to take into account the diagonal of your display: if the length and width can be adjusted with ordinary scissors, then the diagonal is the main parameter.