How to Clean a MacBook Screen
Cleaning your MacBook’s screen is an often overlooked way to preserve its value and function. A clean screen keeps potentially abrasive or corrosive substances off the screen, reducing the risk of long-term wear or damage. A microfiber cloth is the best tool for cleaning a MacBook screen. You can find microfiber clothes online or at most hardware stores.
How to Clean a MacBook Screen with Water
A dry microfiber cloth can remove most dirt, grime, and oil from a MacBook screen, but you may run into persistent blemishes that won’t wipe off with a dry cloth. Water will solve the problem, though you’ll need to use a careful touch.
Can I Clean a MacBook Screen With Wet Wipes?
If water does not remove the stain, you can upgrade to using a cleaning solution instead of water. Apple’s official support page about cleaning its products endorses the use of 70 percent isopropyl alcohol wipes, 75 percent ethyl alcohol wipes, or Clorox brand disinfecting wipes. In short, you can use wet wipes to clean your MacBook screen, though only if they use the cleaning products described above.
What You Shouldn’t Use to Clean a MacBook Screen
You should avoid more pungent cleaning solutions like bleach, hydrogen peroxide, and alcohol solutions more concentrated than those previously described. Apple officially warns against their use; they’ve been known to cause screen damage in the past. Avoid abrasives, including sponges, towels, paper towels, and cleaning brushes. Do not use a spray. A spray makes it hard to control where moisture lands on your MacBook, making it more likely some will creep into the internals.
