Scratched macbook air

[Hogch]

Greetings! I'm sad because I just saw a scratch on the screen of my macbook, which I can't even explain ... Could I do something to remove it?
The scratch is where I point with my finger

 

[JLH81]

I doubt there is anything you can do about it, other than just live with it. If you have Apple Care, you might be able to get Apple to do something to remedy it, but I'm not positive.

 

[Hogch]

I doubt there is anything you can do about it, other than just live with it. If you have Apple Care, you might be able to get Apple to do something to remedy it, but I'm not positive.

I don`t have Apple Care in my Country, i`m live in Romania.

 

[Mrbobb]

If ur lucky, it just dirt. Start with something soft, like, dishwashing liquid, soak it, let it sit for a couple of minutes, and see if u can wipe it away. Multiple application maybe required.

If u find out, is indeed a scratch, a laptop screen polisher is what I will look for, *may* help but don't expect miracles.

 

[Apple_Robert]

If it is a scratch, It is best to live with it, unless you want to pay $400+ dollars for a new screen.

 

[Hogch]

If ur lucky, it just dirt. Start with something soft, like, dishwashing liquid, soak it, let it sit for a couple of minutes, and see if u can wipe it away. Multiple application maybe required.

If u find out, is indeed a scratch, a laptop screen polisher is what I will look for, *may* help but don't expect miracles.

Unfortunately it is a scratch ...
If I use toothpaste, do I destroy the film applied to the screen?

 

[Hogch]

If it is a scratch, It is best to live with it, unless you want to pay $400+ dollars for a new screen.

Oh! What is your opinion? Is it worth replacing the display for that scratch, or living on with it?

 

[Apple_Robert]

Oh! What is your opinion? Is it worth replacing the display for that scratch, or living on with it?

I would live with it.

 

[chabig]

Unfortunately it is a scratch ...
If I use toothpaste, do I destroy the film applied to the screen?

Probably yes. Also, toothpaste can't do anything helpful to scratched glass.

 

[achonody]

Do they make screen protectors to prevent more scratches?

 

[beach bum]

Do they make screen protectors to prevent more scratches?

Yes, Amazon typically carries screen protectors for Macs.

 

[achonody]

I thought I saw one at the Apple Store too. Belkin.

 

[beach bum]

I thought I saw one at the Apple Store too. Belkin.

I just looked, and you’re right—Belkin and Kensington privacy screen protectors. For the prices listed on Apple’s site, I would rather pick up a 3 pack from Amazon. Then again, I’ve never scratched any of my Mac screens so I’ve only bought them in the past for anti-glare. On my current M1, the coating seems to cut down on the glare much better, so I’ve been reluctant to use a screen protector.

 

[achonody]

I just looked, and you’re right—Belkin and Kensington privacy screen protectors. For the prices listed on Apple’s site, I would rather pick up a 3 pack from Amazon. Then again, I’ve never scratched any of my Mac screens so I’ve only bought them in the past for anti-glare. On my current M1, the coating seems to cut down on the glare much better, so I’ve been reluctant to use a screen protector.

Ok, thank you! Won’t a screen protector cut down down on the quality of the display?

 

[beach bum]

Ok, thank you! Won’t a screen protector cut down down on the quality of the display?

Using a screen protector will diminish the quality of the display slightly, but I mostly used my previous MacBooks in clamshell mode attached to my Apple Thunderbolt display. When you get your M1, you might decide that a screen protector isn’t necessary. The glare is not as bad as it was on the earlier MBA models, and if you do decide to use one, read the reviews carefully for quality or if others have noted any issues.

 

[achonody]

Using a screen protector will diminish the quality of the display slightly, but I mostly used my previous MacBooks in clamshell mode attached to my Apple Thunderbolt display. When you get your M1, you might decide that a screen protector isn’t necessary. The glare is not as bad as it was on the earlier MBA models, and if you do decide to use one, read the reviews carefully for quality or if others have noted any issues.

Will do so, thank you!

 

[Fred Zed]

Whatever you don’t start buffing it out.

 

[JLH81]

I would just live with it, honestly! I think you would do more harm by 'trying' to fix it.

 

[Wildkraut]

Selling it honestly, and buying a new one, might be cheaper than replacing the screen.

 

[Apple_Robert]

Selling it honestly, and buying a new one, might be cheaper than replacing the screen.

Screen repair is $299.00 plus tax, if I am not mistaken. If that is accurate, that is a lot cheaper than a M1 Air.

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[Wildkraut]

Screen repair is $299.00 plus tax, if I am not mistaken. If that is accurate, that is a lot cheaper than a M1 Air.

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Well, let's say it's the base model for 999.
If he manages to sell it for >850, then it's a 150,- investment for a new one, that's cheaper than a replacement.
I think despite the scratch, he can even get more than 850 for it, this scratch it's so minimal.

 

[tonyr6]

Unfortunately it is a scratch ...
If I use toothpaste, do I destroy the film applied to the screen?

Toothpaste is useless to remove scratches. Never once worked on my TV or eye glasses. It will just make your Air smell minty fresh.

 

[Fred Zed]

Without Apple Care Plus how much is the screen repair?

 

[Zazoh]

Usually caused by ring, keys, or jacket zipper.

 

[Apple_Robert]

Without Apple Care Plus how much is the screen repair?

$300 plus tax from what I found.