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Cleaning MBA screen

How to clean Apple products

Apple also gives instructions on how to clean your Mac in the User Guides for the MBA, MBP and iMac:
Cleaning your Mac When cleaning the outside of your Mac and its components, first shut down your Mac, and then unplug the power adapter. Then use a damp, soft, lint-free cloth to clean the Mac exterior. Avoid getting moisture in any openings. Do not spray liquid directly on the computer. Do not use aerosol sprays, solvents, or abrasives that might damage the finish.

Cleaning the Mac screen To clean your Mac screen, first shut down your Mac and unplug the power adapter. Then use a soft, lint-free cloth dampened with just water and wipe the screen. Do not spray liquid directly on the screen.
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Also, you'll find plenty of suggestions by searching through the many existing threads on this topic.
 
Various cleaners are a total waste of money. The very best and least harmful, is a _clean_ microfiber cloth, moistened with water. If you wipe down the display once a week or as needed, that will keep it like new. No worry about scratching, streaking, or spending money needlessly.

Apple sells iClear, a very cleverly marketed form of snake oil that sells to those who "must spend money to feel good".

I've been cleaning Apple Laptop screens for years, believe me the method I've described above will amaze you. No need for any other action.
 
ixodes said:
Various cleaners are a total waste of money. The very best and least harmful, is a _clean_ microfiber cloth, moistened with water. If you wipe down the display once a week or as needed, that will keep it like new. No worry about scratching, streaking, or spending money needlessly.

Apple sells iClear, a very cleverly marketed form of snake oil that sells to those who "must spend money to feel good".

I've been cleaning Apple Laptop screens for years, believe me the method I've described above will amaze you. No need for any other action.
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I've been using microfiber cloths and water on my monitors and glasses for many years .... and never desired better.

If you "must spend money to feel good" .... then try using distilled water instead of tap water to moisten your microfiber cloth .... guaranteed to not leave mineral deposits on your screen.
 
Nick T. said:
I've been using microfiber cloths and water on my monitors and glasses for many years .... and never desired better.

If you "must spend money to feel good" .... then try using distilled water instead of tap water to moisten your microfiber cloth .... guaranteed to not leave mineral deposits on your screen.
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Thanks for bringing up the distilled water, I've been using it for so long I forgot to mention it.

For all other parts, if something cannot be removed with a microfiber cloth moistened with distilled water, use a second microfiber cloth moistened with denatured alcohol. It is the very best chemical since it doesn't leave a trace of residue.

Finally while we're talking about cleaning, if you have glue or adhesive residue after removing paper or plastic labels & such, on any surface like glass, aluminum, plastic etc. The fastest, easiest & safest choice is to moisten your cloth with WD-40. It works amazingly well.
 
Nick T. said:
I've been using microfiber cloths and water on my monitors and glasses for many years .... and never desired better.

If you "must spend money to feel good" .... then try using distilled water instead of tap water to moisten your microfiber cloth .... guaranteed to not leave mineral deposits on your screen.
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Bah! Distilled water is for the proletariat. I never let anything less than 4 stage RODI water touch my electronics! I also use it to bathe.
 
soulston said:
I don't think they include the cloth anymore - maybe that's why the OP was asking?
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True, but any drugstore will have a microfiber cloth available for about $5. The antiglare coating on the Air's screen is similar to what is used on glasses. Don't use any harsh chemicals like rubbing alcohol as that will dissolve the coating. Just use the cloth itself, perhaps with a tiny bit of moisture to avoid scratching.
 
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I clean all my LCDs with just a soft towel moistened with water.

You will be amazed at how clean your LCD screens stay if you don't touch them or let anyone else touch them.
 
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