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Screens can scratch easily, and even paper towels and tissues contain fibers that can do damage. “Your best bet is to use a soft, anti-static microfiber cloth—the kind used to clean eyeglasses and camera lenses—and wipe in a circular motion,” says John Walsh, who cleans more than 250 TVs a year in his role as a CR photographer. (Some TV manufacturers will include a cloth for this purpose.) “Gently wipe the screen with a dry cloth to remove dust and other debris, but don’t press too hard,” he says.

You may also want to wipe down the TV’s cabinet, and make sure dust isn’t clogging the vents that help dissipate heat. If the TV is on a stand and not tethered to the wall, Walsh suggests cleaning with one hand while supporting the TV with the other to prevent the set from tipping over. However, CR strongly recommends anchoring all stand-mounted TVs using anti-tipping straps designed for this purpose.

If there are hard-to-remove stains, you can dampen the cloth slightly with distilled water and gently clean the screen. Don’t spray water directly onto the screen; that could cause a shock or component failure if water seeps into the inner workings of the set.

For the most stubborn stains, you can try using a solution of very mild dish soap highly diluted with water, once again applied to the cloth and not to the TV itself. (As a guideline, Panasonic used to recommend a 100:1 ratio of water to soap.) LCD screens, in particular, are very sensitive to pressure and can scratch easily, so don’t press hard.

Wondering how to clean your computer screen or flat screen TV? Windex Electronics Wipes are an effective and safe screen cleaner you can trust on even your most valuable devices. The advanced cleaning formula gently removes fingerprints and dust without damaging your screens or leaving any residue behind. Perfect for that traveling tablet or that shiny new phone. Use them to clean smartphones, tablets, e-readers, laptops, cameras, televisions and more. Carry the pouch in your purse, backpack, briefcase or laptop bag so you can brighten your screen at any time. Give Life a Sparkle with Windex!

DIRECTIONS FOR USE: Pull wipe from pouch and use to clean surfaces such as LCD screens, plasma screens, cell phones, touchscreens, keyboards, remotes, electronics, glass, and metal. If using on electronic equipment, follow manufacturer instructions. Before using on an unknown surface, test on an inconspicuous area.

USES: Cleans the following surfaces: Flat screen TVs: Plasma screens, LCD screens, LED screens, Computer screens, Laptop screens, Netbook screens, Tablet screens, E-reader screens, Cell phone screens, iPhone and other smartphone screens, GPS navigation systems, DVD and Blu-Ray players, Mp3 players and other mobile music devices, Gaming consoles and video game systems, Digital and SLR cameras, camcorders, webcams ,Keyboards, Remote Controls and more.

WARNINGS: Do not use with other household cleaners. Not suitable for unsealed wood, marble, or granite. Note: Unplug electrical appliances before using. When cleaning wipe gets dirty or dries out, discard in trash. Do not use for personal hygiene or as a baby wipe. Keep out of reach of children and pets.

As the weather warms, it"s time for everyone"s "favorite" pastime: spring cleaning. While you"re dusting off the shelves and shoveling out a winter"s worth of detritus, spare a moment to check your TV. Dust and grime can accumulate there, and over time it can become more and more noticeable. And if you have children, there may be an array of fingerprints and other smears on the screen.

The short version? Don"t use liquids, don"t press too hard, don"t use any traditional cleaners. Microfiber cloths are good, but be gentle. Modern TVs are predominantly plastic and therefore far easier to scratch than windows or your phone.

Want the longer version? Here"s what the top TV manufacturers say about cleaning their screens:Cleaning your 4K, OLED, or LED TV screen with a soft, dry cloth is recommended. The goal here is to avoid scratching the screen. Gentle, circular motions tend to give better results, since the circular motion hits each area from several angles in a single swipe.

Caution: Don"t spray water or other liquids directly on the TV, as electric shock could occur.Turn the TV off and let it cool down for a few minutes before unplugging it.

To clean the frame and screen, gently wipe it with a microfiber cleaning cloth. Make sure to wipe the TV frame and screen as gently as possible. TV screens are fragile and can be damaged when pressed too hard.

Important: Never use any type of window cleaner, soap, scouring powder, wax, or any cleanser with solvents such as alcohol, benzene, ammonia, or acetone. Never use abrasive pads or paper towels. If you do, you can scratch the screen or strip the anti-glare coating off the screen and cause permanent damage. Never spray water directly onto the TV. Make sure to wipe the TV as gently as possible. TV screens are fragile and can be damaged when pressed too hard.Gently wipe the screen or the exterior with a dry, soft cloth, such as an eyeglass cleaner.

For inks from oil markers on the screen, soak a cloth in a non-soap synthetic cleanser diluted (by less than 1% ) with water. Squeeze the cloth tightly to eliminate excess liquid, then wipe gently to remove the ink. Use non-soap cleansers cautiously because it may cause environmental problems when disposed improperly.

So why not Windex? Regular Windex is formulated for glass windows, plus a few other surfaces. It contains ammonia and alcohol, not the friendliest of chemicals. S. C. Johnson doesn"t explicitly say not to use Windex on TVs, but it offers Windex Electronics wipes and cleaners, so infer what you will. The better screen cleaners will clearly state that they do not contain alcohol or ammonia.

At last count, I found a billion companies making TV screen cleaners. Almost all of these are something like 99 percent water, 1 percent other stuff. Years ago I tested a handful and found them, on average, to work well enough. If you don"t have luck with a simple cloth and possibly distilled water, a screen cleaner is worth a try, and as a bonus you can also use it for your laptop, tablet and cell phone screens. Plus, they come with a microfiber cloth. If they don"t clearly state they don"t contain alcohol and ammonia, however, I would skip them.

So yeah, cleaning your TV is a good idea. But just remember that they"re exceptionally fragile. Why risk marring their surface by using cleaning methods the companies themselves don"t advise? If you damage your screen with cleaners, you won"t be able to fix it.

Screen cleaning kits are fine, though most people won"t need them. Remember, like all TV accessories, the store is selling them because they probably make more profit on that $20 kit than on a $500 TV.

As well as covering TV and other display tech, Geoff does photo tours of cool museums and locations around the world, including nuclear submarines, massive aircraft carriers, medieval castles, epic 10,000 mile road trips, and more. Check out Tech Treks for all his tours and adventures.

You spend a good amount of time looking at your TV screen, so it"s surprising when you don"t notice how dirty it is. However, dirt and debris have a way of building up on screened devices, and if you want the best performance, you have to clean your TV and other screens from time to time. Gunk and other accumulated detritus can be damaging to your precious TV panel, so it"s best to give your television a good cleaning. Fortunately, you only need a few products to get the job done, and it"s a fairly straightforward process. Read on to become an expert in cleaning your TV.

Step 3: When it’s cool to the touch, dust the screen to remove any dirt particles, then wipe it over with your soft, lint-free cloth to remove any residual dust.

Step 1: Mix the isopropyl alcohol with water in a measuring cup, ensuring the solution is equal parts water and alcohol. If you don’t have a measuring cup, try using a shot glass to measure quantities before mixing. In any case, just make sure you’re not overdoing it with the alcohol — the resulting solution shouldn’t be more than half alcohol or it could tarnish the display.

Step 4: Use the second lint-free cloth to dry your display. Don’t leave any moisture on it — you’ll want it to be completely dry before turning the TV back on.

We can’t just ignore the O.G. hardware. If you’ve still got an older tube-style TV hanging around the house and it simply refuses to die, here’s a quick how-to for getting the smudges and dust off of your old giant. Luckily, you’ll be able to use some household cleaners you probably have hanging around.

Step 2: Once the TV has settled down to room temperature, grab that same microfiber cloth you used for your prized living room QLED and wipe away any dust on the tube TV’s screen. Once the dust has cleared, you may still have fingerprints and other gunk to contend with.

Step 3: To clear the rest of the mess, you can use the same solution you put together to clean your high-end TV. If you’re lacking the materials to create this concoction, you can use a regular glass cleaner instead. This is because most older tube TVs actually have glass screens.

Important note: Do not under any circumstances use regular glass cleaner to clean an HDTV. The harsh chemicals used in the cleaner will damage the TV screen.

For starters, turn your monitor off. In fact, if you want to eliminate any risk of shock or other electrical damage, unplug it altogether. (I really don’t think this is necessary, but better safe than sorry.) There will be some moisture involved in this cleaning, and the last thing you want is for liquid to come into contact with anything powered.

Next, find a clean, soft cloth (paper towel will do, but it’s far from the best choice), then dampen it with water. Don’t soak it–there should be no dripping to speak of–just get it moist. And don’t use anything other than water. Ammonia- and alcohol-based cleaners can ruin an LCD. If your screen is seriously gunked up, and plain water doesn’t get the job done, here’s a homebrow option: create a 50/50 solution of distilled water and white vinegar.

If you decide to use a spray bottle, make sure you don’t spray it directly on the screen. That’s because drops can seep in around the bezel (and/or land in the keyboard), and, again, moisture and electronics don’t mix. What you can do is spray your water or solution onto the cloth, then wipe the screen. Use a circular motion, which is best for eliminating streaks, and apply only light pressure.

Finally, let the screen air-dry for a few minutes, or gently wipe it dry with a fresh cloth. Only when you’re absolutely certain it’s 100 percent dry, plug it back in and turn it on. And there you go: good as new!

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Most people believe that using window cleaners, such as Windex, to clean their LED/plasma TV screens is acceptable. Since the majority of old TV screens they grew up with allowed this, it is not a surprise that people think newer TVs do so as well. However, new TV screens aren’t made of glass, and therefore don’t mix well with Windex.

But why is Windex so harmful to your flat TV and what should you do if you’ve already used it to clean your screen? And, more importantly, what are the alternatives to Windex, i.e., what should you actually clean your TV with?

These chemicals are great for cleaning windows or hard surfaces like metal. However, they can easily damage plastic or similar materials, which is why they are so harmful to your TV screen.

LCD/LED TV screens have only a thin protective filter layer over the LCD/LED panels.Therefore, it isn’t okay to clean these TVs with Windex or other similar cleaners because they will damage the filter layer. In fact, the less liquid you use on them, the better and safer you’ll be.

If you’ve already used Windex on your TV, don’t panic. There are several things you can try based on the amount of damage done to your screen, and I’ll explain each one in detail.

Most people notice blotches or discolored stains on their flat screens as soon as they let Windex sit for a minute or so. The stains are the result of the harsh chemicals in the glass cleaner eating away at the thin coating covering your screen.

The stains are usually more visible when the screen is off, although their visibility also depends on the amount of damage. If the coating is fully damaged, you’ll see the stains even when the TV is on, especially when the screen flashes white or blue.

You will start noticing the stains and blotches after a minute or two, as Windex starts working. As soon as you notice them, get a dry microfiber cloth, like

However, if you used too much Windex or let it sit for too long, removing these blotches and stains could be next to impossible. If a dry cloth isn’t giving results, try dampening it slightly and trying again.

If Windex somehow made its way past the protective coating on your screen and went inside, your TV screen will probably only be black even when it’s turned on. If the chemicals managed to also get to the sound panels, your sound won’t work either.

The electronic part cleaner is supposed to help Windex evaporate from anywhere it might have leaked into. However, bear in mind that this will only work if the damage isn’t too severe. If the glass cleaner has gotten into the LED panel, there isn’t much any cleaner or trick will be able to do.

Now that you’ve (hopefully) fixed your screen from Windex damage,let’s turn to how you should actually clean your screen to ensure you don’t damage it.

The first step is easy. Turn your TV off and get a dry Move the cloth over your screen gently using either circular or up-down motions. Make sure you’re not pressing too hard.

It’s important to keep the cloth dry because liquid of any kind can damage the protective coating and slip inside the screen. However, if the stain is too oily and just won’t come off, it is okay to dampen the cloth slightly and then try again. Make sure it is only damp and that no water drips as you press down on your screen.

Lastly, I know that seeing people do this is much easier than reading about it so I will give you a YouTube video recommendationsas well. That way you can see exactly how to clean your screen without doing it harm. The most useful one is this one.

As you saw, cleaning your TV with Windex is a definite no. The strong chemicals it contains will definitely damage your screen, and fixing it after that is a great hassle. However, it is good to know that even if you do it, there are ways to fix it. Make sure you don’t panic and follow all the instructions I provided.

And when you clean your screen in the future, make sure you do it safely. That way you’ll ensure that your device is clean and functions properly, and you won’t have to worry about a thing.

You rely on your computer for a lot—working from home, ordering groceries, retail therapy—so it"s no surprise when it starts to collect fingerprints, smudges, and generally look a little worse for the wear. But how do you clean a computer screen without damaging it and leaving those pesky streaks? Fortunately, you don"t need much—generally water and a cotton ball will do the trick. But here"s what you should keep in mind to ensure you"re doing it safely.

It"s always a good idea to check the manual of your computer to see what products they suggest to clean a screen, says Kimberly Button, a certified cleaning expert. If you don"t know where the manual is, many companies offer downloadable PDFs.

If you"re concerned about germs, you might wonder whether you can use stronger household cleaners for the task. The bottom line: It depends on the type of computer screen you have, says Button.

Avoid using Windex on a screen. It"s only made for glass, and can be too harsh for delicate computer screens, says Button. And skip things like eyeglass cleaner, which won"t disinfect.

However, if you"re adamant about getting a little extra cleaning power, you can try Lysol wipes or a 1:1 dilution of rubbing alcohol and water on non-LCD screens.

This is not only safer if you"re using any liquids, but it also makes cleaning easier. Fingerprints and smudges are much more visible on a black screen.

Use a soft, dry cloth or cotton ball to gently wipe off any obvious dust, dirt, and debris, so as not to rub tiny specks of dust or dirt into the screen, says Button.

That may suffice for mildly dirty screens, but for a deeper clean you can spray another soft cloth with the cleaning solution outlined above. You only need a bit—a light misting will do. And note: You should never spray a solution directly onto the screen, because you could end up spraying liquid into the speakers, camera, keyboard, or parts of the monitor that are not compatible with water, says Button.

Using the slightly moistened cloth, gently wipe the computer screen from right to left without too much pressure, making sure you"ve cleaned every inch of the surface.

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Before the turn of the millennium, a question like this had a universal answer. Windex could be used on the glass screens of televisions of yore; however, many modern HD television screens are much different and require alternate maintenance.

You cannot use Windex on a TV screen if it is a modern HDTV with plasma, LED, or LCD screen. Only older TVs with glass screens can tolerate this cleaner. Instead,

If you’re wondering if it is safe or not to use Windex to clean your TV screen, this article will help you make that determination and provide you with alternative cleaning methods for those screens that cannot have Windex applied.

Unless you still have an old and boxy CRT television dating back to the twentieth century, then odds are you should not be using Windex to clean your TV screen. Those kinds of older TVs had glass screens that could tolerate Windex, hence why this question even lingers today.

However, today’s plasma, LCD, and LED screens are far too delicate to handle harsh chemicals in common cleaning products. You may have an older plasma screen, in which case, it may be made of glass. If this is the case, then Windex, or a similar glass cleaner, will work just fine so long as there is no protective coating on the screen. Otherwise, it absolutely should be avoided by any means necessary.

It’s important to note here that we are not picking on Windex brand cleaner specifically. Like Kleenex is to tissues, Windex is to glass cleaner; many people use these brand names to refer to the generic item it represents. And it shouldn’t be overlooked that it is the ingredients in glass cleaners, such as Windex, that will cause you to have issues.

Avoid any cleaner that has ingredients like ammonia, acetone, or alcohols of any kind. Most flat-screen HDTVs have a protective layer that can be damaged when it comes in contact with such chemicals.

To avoid not only a negative chemical reaction but scratching the screen as well, most TV manufacturers suggest using a soft cloth to wipe away any smudges or dust on your TV screen. Many TVs will have come with an appropriate option when you purchased it; however, if you have since thrown that away or lost it, they are similar to an eye-glass cloth or microfiber cloth and can easily be replaced.

Some screens can tolerate a soft cloth that has been dampened with water to encourage streaks or smudges off the screen. Others may be able to handle some vinegar-based cleaner, but many will just suggest a dry cloth and nothing else. You will want to check with your owner’s manual or go online to the manufacturer’s website to confirm what is recommended for your particular television.

It is suggested to turn off your TV and remove any layers of dust before wiping at streaks and smudges. Rub the cloth in a circular motion to remove fingerprints and other markings. Check out our article on how to

Maybe you found this article because you already have used Windex on your TV screen to some adverse side-effects, and now are trying to determine your mistake. Well, using Windex was indeed where you went wrong. This may have left some streaks or odd markings on your screen. Provided a chemical burn didn’t cause it, then you may be able to remove this damage.

Try using a soft cloth with a little water to rub away any streaks or marks gently. Follow with a dry cloth to remove water and further polish. If this doesn’t do the trick, then it is likely that the ammonia or general chemical concoction has reacted with the screen, essentially burning the protective coating. Unfortunately, this damage is permanent.

Clean your flat-screen TV with a soft cloth. Avoid using Windex or other such cleaning products as their chemicals are too harsh for many LED and other HDTV screens. Some cleaning solutions may be used, though you should verify that such products are safe before using them by checking your owner’s manual.

A solution containing equal parts rubbing alcohol and water may be used. Dip the edge of a piece of cotton cloth in the solution, making sure to remove excess liquid. Gently wipe the screen all over, especially spots where you can see smudges. Once this is done, take a dry piece of soft cloth for a final wipe.

Windex is a no-no, unless you’ve got an antique TV with a glass display. You’ll also want to make sure you don’t spray liquid directly on your TV. Doing so can damage its display or even cause an electric fire.

First try using a dry, anti-static cloth and rubbing gently. Use water to lightly moisten a clean, soft, dry cloth, and then rub the screen gently. Do not let water run down screen or enter behind screen frame. Wipe with dry cloth after cleaning.

LG – unplug the TV and wipe gently with a soft dry cloth. Don’t use water or glass cleaner. Panasonic – gently wipe the display with a soft cloth. For stubborn dirt, dampen a soft cloth with clean water, or diluted neutral detergent (one part detergent to 100 parts water) wring out the cloth and wipe away the dirt.

Stick to using water or a screen cleaner specifically made for LED TV screens to avoid damage from the ammonia in the Windex. You should also stay away from harsh cleaners like Clorox wipes, baby wipes, and paper towels, as they can damage your screen.

Dab or spray a well-mixed solution of equal parts vinegar and water onto your cloth—never spray liquid directly onto the TV—and, using moderate pressure, gently wipe the cloth over the screen from left to right and then top to bottom before tackling the frame.

Important: Never use any type of window cleaner, soap, scouring powder, wax, or any cleanser with solvents such as alcohol, benzene, ammonia, or acetone. Never use abrasive pads or paper towels. If you do, you can scratch the screen or strip the anti-glare coating off the screen and cause permanent damage.

Flat screen TVs, stereos, surround sound systems and DVRs: Spread a Clorox® Triple Action Dust Wipe across the palm of your hand. Hold the flat screen from the back with the other hand. Wipe in an up-and-down motion from one side to the other.

Clean the LCD screen with a soft, dry cloth. For more stubborn stains, you can use a soft cloth slightly dampened with a solution of mild soap and warm water. When you clean the screen, wipe it in small circular motions from top to bottom. Immediately afterward, use a soft cloth to dry the screen.