Cleaning Tip: How to Properly Clean your Computer or Laptop

Before cleaning, it is important to know the type of screen your computer has.

See the manufacturer's cleaning guide.

For cleaning, use non-aggressive cleaners that are designed specifically for screens.

Special cleaning products are sold in hardware stores.

How to properly clean a laptop or computer screen

There are basic precautions in screen cleaning technique:

• Do not use paper towels to clean screens. They are too hard and scratch the surface of the computer.
• Choose microfiber cloths. This fabric is the softest for screens and does not leave lint.
• Avoid using tap water for cleansing. Tap water is too hard, minerals can damage the surface of the screen and leave microcracks.
• Do not spray water or cleanser directly on a laptop or computer screen.
• Do not rub the screen or other surfaces too roughly.
• Never use bleach, washing powder or ammonia.
• Clean up your computer when it's unplugged.

What can be used to cleanse

To clean the screen, monitor and keyboard are suitable:

• Microfiber cloth with disinfectant or clean water
• Special wet wipes for computers and screens.

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• 17 April 2023

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