The problem that many face while using gadgets with touch screen is the finger print trail and smudges that appears on the touch screen while using it. Oil and dirt from our fingers will find its way to the touch screen and that appears as smudges. Cleaning the touch screen regularly is important for the upkeep and longevity of the device. Let us look at how you can clean the touch screen of your gadget in a few simple steps.

Requirements to clean the touch screen

• Soft, lint free cloth (or) Microfiber cloth
• Distilled water (or) Commercial touch screen cleaning solution

Instructions

1. The first step is to pick the right cloth to clean the touch screen. Microfiber cloth is the best for cleaning gadget screens. If you cannot find a microfiber cloth, use a lint free soft cloth like the one you get with your sunglasses. Some manufacturers provide a cleaning cloth along with their gadget.
2. Turn off the device before you start cleaning the touch screen.
3. Slowly brush on the screen in circles using the microfiber cloth. This will remove most of the smudges on the screen.
4. Dampen a cloth with distilled water or the cleaning solution and repeat the circular motions on the touch screen. Do this step only if necessary, as the cleaning the screen with the dry microfiber cloth is often enough.
5. Let the dampness on the screen dry completely and then use the microfiber cloth to brush the screen again.
6. Your gadget’s touch screen should be as good as new after the cleaning process.

Tips

• Never put too much pressure while cleaning the touch screen.
• Protect the touch screen of your device with a screen guard.
• Ensure that the cloth used to clean the screen is clean and devoid of grime.