Do you use a cloth to protect your screen?

[Rocko99991]

Do you use a cloth on your keyboard to protect your screen from scratches?

I see there are two companies, Radtech Screensavrz and Screen Wizard. Do these work for you? Have they prevented scratches to the screen and or it's coating?

 

[New_Mac_Smell]

Absolutely not. Putting anything between the screen and keyboard when it's closed is adding stress to the screen and potentially causing damage, Apple recommended against putting anything there themselves for this issue. You could possibly get away with it but if transporting the computer, the chances are there's a small amount of pressure being exerted onto the back of the display.

Best case it could result in small imprints on the screen. Worst case it could crack the screen. So use these things at your own risk but it's important to at least know and understand those risks.

 

[TheScavenger]

I concur with New Mac Smell. I would steer clear of putting anything on the keyboard when the screen is shut. Just avoid putting pressure on the top of the computer while its shut to prevent scratches.

 

[jbachandouris]

I just use the paper it came with when it was purchased. No issues so far.

 

[TheScavenger]

I just use the paper it came with when it was purchased. No issues so far.

Yeah, that paper is so thin I can't imagine it damaging anything.

 

[Rocko99991]

I concur with New Mac Smell. I would steer clear of putting anything on the keyboard when the screen is shut. Just avoid putting pressure on the top of the computer while its shut to prevent scratches.

Do you think this is the reason the coating is failing on the 2012-2015 MBP's? Pressure from the top while closed?

 

[TheScavenger]

Do you think this is the reason the coating is failing on the 2012-2015 MBP's? Pressure from the top while closed?

I think its definitely contributing to it but I think there must be some inherent issue with the coating as well.

 

[jbachandouris]

I think its definitely contributing to it but I think there must be some inherent issue with the coating as well.

Quite possibly. My main reason for doing this is to keep fingerprint oil off the screen. I assume that since Apple is repairing this defect it could be something more serious than that.

 

[TheScavenger]

Quite possibly. My main reason for doing this is to keep fingerprint oil off the screen. I assume that since Apple is repairing this defect it could be something more serious than that.

Is there an actual Repair Extension out for this issue?

 

[Rocko99991]

Is there an actual Repair Extension out for this issue?

Yes, 3 years from date of purchase.

 

[TheScavenger]

Yes, 3 years from date of purchase.

Gotcha. Thank you!

 

[Rocko99991]

Quite possibly. My main reason for doing this is to keep fingerprint oil off the screen. I assume that since Apple is repairing this defect it could be something more serious than that.

Don't you think the paper will hold contaminants?

 

[TheScavenger]

Don't you think the paper will hold contaminants?

Good point

 

[Rocko99991]

Good point

I am not saying it will, and I still don't know if a thin microfiber cloth is the best answers. Maybe nothing would help.

 

[iregret]

I've used a microfiber cloth from day one on my 2013 MacBook Pro. No issues. My friend with a similar MacBook Pro has keyboard imprints on his display and the delaminating issue ya'll are talking about.

I think you're crazy if you think that paper thin piece of cloth is going to cause issues with the hinges, but it's your MacBook. Do what you want.

Perhaps consider a screen protector instead of a piece of cloth?

 

[Rocko99991]

I've used a microfiber cloth from day one on my 2013 MacBook Pro. No issues. My friend with a similar MacBook Pro has keyboard imprints on his display and the delaminating issue ya'll are talking about.

I think you're crazy if you think that paper thin piece of cloth is going to cause issues with the hinges, but it's your MacBook. Do what you want.

Perhaps consider a screen protector instead of a piece of cloth?

Thanks. What brand of cloth do you use?

 

[tjeee]

Screen Wizard here, time will tell.

 

[john g.]

I use this:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00Y1HOT64/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I cut it down to just cover the keyboard though. The full size did not allow for tight closing on my 2016 MBP.

No issues, my screen looks fine.

 

[iregret]

Thanks. What brand of cloth do you use?

The brand I used was shaggymax. I don't know if they're still around or not.

https://www.amazon.com/ShaggyMax-MacBook-Retina-Screen-Protector/dp/B009D7GQ04
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I use this:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00Y1HOT64/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I cut it down to just cover the keyboard though. The full size did not allow for tight closing on my 2016 MBP.

No issues, my screen looks fine.

I think I might go this route on my new 2017 MacBook Pro. More specifically, this one:

https://www.amazon.com/Notebook-Gear-ScreenSavrz-Apple-MacBook/dp/B01NCQBOWB

 

[Rocko99991]

The brand I used was shaggymax. I don't know if they're still around or not.

https://www.amazon.com/ShaggyMax-MacBook-Retina-Screen-Protector/dp/B009D7GQ04
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I think I might go this route on my new 2017 MacBook Pro.

I just ordered this one for my 13" 2015 rMBP.