HOW TO CHOOSE AND APPLY A SCREEN PROTECTOR FOR YOUR SMARTPHONE

A screen protector is one of the most important mobile accessories available in the market. Your device's screen is built of a combination of glass and transparent plastic.

Smartphone brands may claim that their devices have gorilla glass protection and are not going to damage easily. In actuality, smartphone screens are prone to get damage and develop scratches, smudges, cracks, etc. A digitizer is an essential component of a smartphone and we cannot use a smartphone for a single day without its screen.

Here the phone screen protector acts as a lifesaver during a drop or an accident. It protects the primary screen of your device when you suddenly drop your smartphone on a hard surface.

All you need to do is to choose the correct screen protector and apply it properly on your device. 

Following are some tips to buy the best screen protector:

Ensure Durability:

Protecting the screen from damages is the primary purpose of a screen protector. It should be durable enough to bear all the damage on the screen during a drop. That makes durability an important factor to consider while purchasing a screen protector.

During the purchase, make sure the screen protector is built of premium quality material to ensure durability. It must feature scratch and smudge resistance along with protection from damages. Also, make sure it comes with 100% clarity for a better viewing experience.

Check Compatibility:

There is a variety of smartphone models available to buy in the market. Different smartphone models have different screen sizes and require a compatible screen protector for expected results. Meanwhile, a large number of models may confuse you while choosing a compatible screen protector.

You must know your device model, screen size, and front camera placement for making a correct purchase. In case you buy an incompatible screen protector, you will face problems such as blur camera, underrated protection, etc. A wrong purchase can also damage your device's screen. So, choose a screen protector that is compatible with your device model. 

Sufficient Adhesive:

You might see that sometimes screen protectors develop bubbles at the corners of a display. The reason behind this is an insufficient adhesive between the screen protector and the display. It creates a gap and leads to unnecessary bubbles on the smartphone's display.

We all know these bubbles are quite frustrating and our concentration stays on removing them while using a smartphone. Considering this problem, manufacturers produce screen protectors with additional and strong adhesive.

They stick perfectly on the screen and their adhesive lasts longer as compared to ordinary screen protectors. So, if you are looking to buy a screen protector for your device, then make sure it has sufficient glue for implementation without any bubbles. 

Anti-Blue Ray:

Mostly, people say anti-blue ray screen protectors are a wastage of money. They think it serves similar features to an ordinary protector. However, they resist harmful blue rays emitted by smartphone displays to protect the eyesight of the users.

Blue light is the part of RGB color contrast that enters into the pupil and adversely affects the eyesight. Anti-Blue ray screen protector comes with an additional layer to reduce blue light emission. This layer makes it ideal for users who use their smartphones for a long duration. Thus, if you are also one of these users, then an Anti-blue ray screen protector is a great option for you.

Steps to Apply Screen Protectors:

Have a look at the step by step instructions to apply a screen protector accurately on the display.

Clean Primary display:

The process starts with cleaning the primary screen or display of a smartphone. You will get a set of wipes with a screen protector for this purpose. Gently rub the wipes on the screen and remove dirt, dust, smudges, etc. from the primary display.

Make sure you are handling your device with care while cleaning. If you keep on scrubbing wipes carelessly on the screen then it will develop scratches and will look weird after the implementation of a screen protector. 

Remove lamination:

All the screen protectors come with a lamination that maintains adhesive. After cleaning the primary display, unbox the screen protector and remove lamination from it. Perform this step gently as the screen protector is made of glass and can get cracked if you handle it carelessly.

Take some time and carefully remove the lamination from the screen protector.

Insert and remove bubbles:

Put the lamination on the side and proceed to the final step of applying the screen protector on the display. Hold it from the corners gently and apply it to the primary screen. After the application, remove all the bubbles from the screen with your thumbs. You can also use an eraser for a better result but use it carefully.

Do not press the smartphone screen to remove bubbles. In case there are still some bubbles, then reapply the screen protector and remove them at the initial. Finalize this process by cleaning the screen protector with the wipes and your device is ready to use.

Conclusion:

A screen protector is a lifesaver for the display of a smartphone that protects it from severe damages, scratches, smudges, etc. There is a variety of screen protectors available in the market that creates confusion while making a purchase.

Choosing the correct screen protector and applying it to the screen is a simple task. However, you must consider some important factors during a purchase. Always purchase a quality screen protector that is compatible with your smartphone and has sufficient glue to stick on the display.

You can opt for an anti-blue screen protector if you want to use your smartphone for a long duration without damaging the eyesight. At the end of the note, I suggest you should follow the above-mentioned guidelines for applying a screen protector on your smartphone's display accurately.