Nintendo Switch Screen Replacement - LCD & Digitizer Replacement

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The Nintendo Switch has a plastic screen. While this is great to prevent breakage (glass screens are easier to break) it also means that they are more likely to get scratched (they are much easier to scratch than glass screens). I highly recommend installing a glass screen protector to help prevent scratches. This is especially important since there have already been reports of screens being scratched on these consoles.
To replace the digitizer or the LCD screen the console must be partially torn apart but the nice thing is that you don't even have to remove the motherboard. The back case needs to be removed and the ribbon cables for both the digitizer and the LCD screen need to be removed from their connectors as well.
After those steps it's just a matter of heating the digitizer then removing it using plastic pry tools. The LCD screen has no adhesive so it's easy to remove from the frame of the Switch. The ribbon cables need to be handled very gently as they are easy to tear.
Once these steps are done it's just a matter of reassembling the console.
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@cyruswilson9130 4 года назад

Clarification: The LCD can sometimes stick to the digitizer so make sure that when you loosen the adhesive that you're on the right layer - I made the mistake of going around the corner on the wrong layer and destroying my digitizer cable, but this video was still an immense help, thank you!

@doomassthenightcrawler Год назад

Hey I just wanted to drop in and personally say thank you, my son needed to replace his switch screen and we used your video, followed it step by step and everything worked like a charm. And not only did we have an awesome time doing it together, but now my 10 year old knows how to tear down a switch and put it back together on his own. I cant thank you enough man, but the least I can do is like, sub, and turn on notifications. Thanks again man, my kid is back to his cave now that his switch is working again.. probably won't even see him until next summer. lmao Stay safe bud.

@Tronicsfix Год назад

Nice work! That’s one of the reasons I make these videos!

@santydoesreviews767 7 месяцев назад

With all do respect,back to his cave not till next’s summer💀

@cmr566 4 года назад

I bought a broken switch off ebay, the inner shell was busted, couldnt hold screws, thanks to your videos and the with the right new parts i was able to to get it working like a brand new one...you are the best. Have a great day man

@thebugg333 5 лет назад

I missed the days of replacing the screens of the iPhone 3GS, super easy barley an inconvenience.

@erikruser6047 4 года назад

I have replaced the screen on the iPhone 7, and I was pleasantly surprised at how easy it was. With the 8 and later it got harder as they introduced adhesive for the waterproofing. But if working with adhesive doesn’t bother you, the iPhones are still very repairable.

@aiexzs 3 года назад

@Nightm4re how is this confusing

@coldchillin8382 3 года назад

Wow wow wow wow

@SierraHarmony 3 года назад

*barely

@l3lackheal2t 3 года назад

Whoopsie!

@alejandrocampa123 6 лет назад

I tried calling nintendo support to see if thy can replace my screen and they hung up as soon as i mentioned it

@Starlit_Onion 3 года назад

Nice.

@leestir 2 года назад

Sounds about rite!! Nintendo wants u to buy another one anyone has 350$ just layin around for another Nintendo switch!! 🤔

@ShamanNoodles 2 года назад

Jeez that's savage

@NerdyGamer-lq9nc 2 года назад

Wow

@manofspice 2 года назад

Bro no shot, Nintendo support people are overly nice.

@dominichanna 3 года назад

Wondering now that the OLED model has been announced if replacing old screen with an OLED screen is possible...🤔

@OneRadicalDreamer 3 года назад

Legit wondering the same thing 😂

@ilikewatermelons494 3 года назад

if the connectors are the same on the inside then yes it should be possible

@soulmourne2698 3 года назад

The oled screen doesn't fit in the normal switch housing, so if the conector is the same, and the board layout of the switch oled is the same it might be possible by changing all the housing for the oled housing, it would be cool, if the motherboard was exactly the same, i personally preffer lcds couse are more durable, a oled screen will last maybe 6-7 years, a lot of vita screens are dying nowadays due to being oled, i use consoles forever, i mean i'm still playing gameboy games in my gba sp, so i preffer durability rather than a bit better darks, if you don't compare them is not even notizable

@greatestever6088 4 года назад

Bruh... That iOpener looks exactly like a sock full of rice lol

@runed0s86 2 года назад

Shhh don't reveal industry secrets

@heatheralbert5404 4 месяца назад

That is exactly what I used!😂

@mrsco006 5 лет назад

Just did an lcd swap. Your video helped a bunch! Great success! Thanks!

@jesserampersad6981 5 лет назад

Where can i get the lcd and can u send me the link plz

@shoomples4622 5 лет назад

Jesse wild look on ebay

@melxb 5 лет назад

could one put a better quality screen like oled inside instead?

@quinsrevenge 4 года назад

Is there any easier way to do this?

@joshi_6887 4 года назад

mel b like , no because it is specially made for switch a the right size and with ribbon cable so no + idk why u would need that

@EmeraldBlade98 7 лет назад

I just put it in my backpack with clothes and now i have a giant scratch on it...

@yako9256 7 лет назад

xFELYNEx xFx When a plastic screen is dropped it will most likely not break but it will scratch and having to use a screen protector sucks because I prefer the naked look of the Switch.

@heffool4391 6 лет назад

Same with me

@spydergaming9257 5 лет назад

Same except I got multiple scratches

@derrick164 5 лет назад

Same

@LolitaLaceCotton 4 года назад

Gosh damn that hurts more than anything q-q

@juhanio 5 лет назад

Did a lcd swap. Digitalizer was difficult, but most problematic was cable connector. I did not understand that black switch while removing cable. It took two attempts to get LCD back in working state. Thanks for great instructions!

@dabird2120 4 года назад

Thank you very much! now although it took me nearly 2 hours ,I dont have a gaping scratch on my screen while playing on the go

@Tronicsfix 4 года назад

Glad this helped! That's actually good time for someone who doesn't do it all the time.

@FilFee 5 лет назад

I hope I will never need to watch this video....

@Tronicsfix 5 лет назад

Ha, ha...me too!

@sam.64 5 лет назад

@@Tronicsfix i had to but, how much will this cost to get all supplies in total

@dmaxdilly 5 лет назад

@@sam.64 I just fixed mine and it cost a total of 35 dollars. I ordered everything off of Amazon.

@brokenchair853 5 лет назад

I watched this video several times, because my screen got an faint L shaped mark on it (only visible when the screen is dark). I dropped it (Note that I have a glass screen protector on it) on the floor, picked it up and the LCD had a mark on it. I'm sad. Very sad.

@shadowcyborg5092 4 года назад

Does this process help get red rid of a giant strip of dead pixels across the switch screen

@Wii602006 5 лет назад

I rather PAY $100 to a professional than to do that to my switch...I know I will damage it beyond repair

@yofu2969 5 лет назад

Don’t be afraid to try new things just make sure you really want the best outcome that’s all... I swapped my lcd in literally 10min since I’ve watched many videos to the point where I memorized where each screw, pin, paperlike thingies go. I ended up changing the thermal paste too.

@Home0653 5 лет назад

Believe in you r self make it a try open your eyes mind dont stay at the same point

@yofu2969 5 лет назад

Home Home well to anyone reading the comment above, he basically means, "get out of your comfort zone"

@arkadiuszjandylewski152 4 года назад

You can just buy a new one if you break your Switch they are still in the shops.

@LolitaLaceCotton 4 года назад

At that point -just freaking pay for a new switch if you can throw a couple 200 more lol

@al_rock3599 6 лет назад

For you guys who only have scratches on the side from cause of the dock you can do what I did by just putting a glass screen protector on it. It hides the scratches unless you are looking very closely at it but for the most part it looks good. Even with lighting, the scratches are hard to see

@MrRaphaelLippi 3 года назад

You should put the screen protector BEFORE anything getting scratches

@Zekon05 Год назад

@@MrRaphaelLippi thanks I’ll go back in time and do that!

@TrickArrow 5 лет назад

Dumb question. What adhesive can we use for the digitizer replacement?

@JPGarmay 4 года назад

3M double sided adhesive does the trick!

@mrobles62 4 года назад

@@JPGarmay What size tape would you recommend? Thanks

@cubzrulz 4 года назад

@@mrobles62 3m double sided phone tape would work just fine

@mc.blizzard9319 5 лет назад

I put it in my backpack and when I took it out to play on it the screen was messed up I cried so much this helped so much

@joshthejay6682 5 лет назад

Same that's why I came here

@patrishanotpatricia6456 4 года назад

Aww. Relatable 😅that’s why I’m here

@manuelcisneros3277 Год назад

Lmao

@Tddct89 5 лет назад

I bought a Switch on launch day and very shortly after the warranty was up a speck of dust showed up inside the screen that is SO irritating. I'm going out to buy the necessary tools to remove, clean and reattach the digitizer ASAP. I finally got the nerve to attempt it after watching this video a hundred times haha

@lucasgomesart Месяц назад

Thank you so much! I just replace the lcd from my switch with your help! Cheers from Brazil!

@beartackle 4 года назад

Me: As long as there is no soldering, this might be doable. Sees all the guitar picks in the Switch: As long as there is no soldering and guitar picks used, this might the doable!

@alexbredesen1462 5 лет назад

Can you do a video on replacing the front panel on the switch? I got a new shell and digitizer but I'm missing something. Seems like no one has done it yet.

@ruok6506 3 года назад

Hearing the adhesive come apart from the switch hurt my soul

@annaliserose2261 6 месяцев назад

Thanks, this video helped me a lot. Was a little uncertain about doing this myself, repair costs in my area would be as expensive as buying a whole new console. 40$ in parts and it's good as new. Much easier than people made it out to be, but the screws for my side rails really gave me some grief. Hope I never have to remove those again

@djlclopez128 7 месяцев назад

Awesome. My husband and I went to a recycling center today and I askd about junk handheld consoles. The guy sold me a pefectly working Switch Lite for $5 because the screen was just messed up. (He said $25, but I just asked him if he'd take $5, and he said yes!) I'm going to order a new screen and play it! It had nearly every Final Fantasy game downloaded and all the new Pokemon games! Can't WAIT! 🎉

@danielf.3011 5 лет назад

Hey I have a question, I wanna get a new digitizer because the one I have has scratches. How do I make it stick again. Do I need to buy some adhesive?

@smhmyhead2215 4 года назад

Daniel Fuentes yeah you should

@0o.korok.o04 5 лет назад

I had my switch since Christmas and it has a lot of scratches and I don't like it ;-;

@k0rupt 5 лет назад

@@jordanmyers3489 or if it has already happened you can try not being rude and advise replacing the screen THEN investing in a screen protector to prevent the new one from getting scratched up

@cinxirios3895 5 лет назад

nice profile pict ure

@StyrozCutter 5 лет назад

@@jordanmyers3489 why r u telling him to take care of his screen but ur watching a video on how to fix a broken screen💀💀

@Tomb-G19 6 месяцев назад

Your dad vibes are off the charts brother!

@j2o2e8y 4 года назад

So I’m so confused, I have an original switch I was going to replace the digitizer on and when I got the glue off and the screen lifted the lcd came up and seemed like it was fused, are there switches with fused lcd-digitizers?

@rickmenros3892 2 года назад

I was thinking on making the replacement myself but after this... 100$ for replacement doesn't sound that bad

@rehaanshah307 3 года назад

Hi I tried this and it kinda worked my lcd was broke so i put a new one in then I put on my switch the screen was light black but when I tapped the screen I could hear sound so I opened it up again and when I took the lcd out it’s cable was broke do you think that is why there was no light

@mackman9977 4 года назад

Dude knows his stuff,he saved me some money1👍👍👍👍👍😁good video.

@karrde666666 2 года назад

my screen got scratched in a backpack, needed this video preemptively

@JohnSmithlol2584 4 года назад

I got anxiety from just watching this

@Suportmyfamilyackackack 5 лет назад

Couldn’t you just heat up a bag of rice 😂?

@derekcrandall7561 3 года назад

Speaking from someone who is OCD, the screen isn't very durable. I scratched it the first day. Way too sensitive!

@chchris25 4 года назад

I also need to replace the FRONT HOUSING FRAME. After you remove the digitizer, there four screws under the adhesive. If you remove those four screws, will the front housing frame disassemble?

@f3rns 7 лет назад

Fantastic. Thank you so much Steve. How do you remove the glue when you are installing a new screen?

@Tronicsfix 7 лет назад

You should be able to just pull most of it up with your fingers. If not you can always use rubbing alcohol to get it off.

@f3rns 7 лет назад

Thanks for the reply Steve.

@user-kv3tt7xn5t Год назад

I know this is an older video, but I’m going to be attempting this tomorrow. Whenever I repair hardware, I always remove as little components as possible. So I was wondering, is it really necessary to remove the joycon rails to change the screen? The camera angle made it difficult to see where the ribbon cables were attached, so I can’t tell if they were really in the way.

@donkboywtf5327 8 месяцев назад

this is late, but you 100% need to remove them

@chelserv 5 лет назад

Thanks for the video, really helpful, although I have replaced the LCD and touch screen. It's all working apart from the touch element of the front screen, do you have any advice on what to do. I have made sure all connections and ribbons are good/not damaged etc...

@Tronicsfix 5 лет назад

Could be the game slot.

@icebearisreadytotokyodrift8369 5 лет назад

Well... Screen is messed up but switch is working perfectly.

@DailyMemetube166 5 лет назад

Same the screen is totally broken like can't see anything but switch is working just fine

@cerealzzzz8296 5 лет назад

Same

@jordane5756 4 года назад

Vanvan Casel have you figured out how to fix it?

@swimmyswim417 2 года назад

Hey! Do you have any tips on how to remove the screen if you’ve accidentally scraped it while trying to pry up the adhesive?

@SalasDiana92 4 года назад

Your the only one on RU-vid I found that has a video on this

@kv4222 5 лет назад

Do I need to remove the digitizer to replace my switch frame?

@mitch1941 4 года назад

Is that thermal paste when installing it back together?

@mengthao5914 3 года назад

Yes

@rich1tricky 4 года назад

I just changed my screen now i get the error 0002 any ider

@bruhcow315 5 лет назад

Is there a place I can go to to get it repaired?

@Tronicsfix 5 лет назад

You can always send it to us: tronicsfix.com/collections/get-started

@bruhcow315 5 лет назад

TronicsFix thank you

@phamilyx4494 5 лет назад

You just saved me

@philswift1153 5 лет назад

jahmen $100 in US I think it’s more in Uk

@stupidboyab 8 месяцев назад

Thanks for the great instructions! Took me 4 hours but I finally managed to do it and it looks great now! I damaged the left speaker port a little as I pried too deep. Had to use a hammer to hit it back somewhat into shape. My old LCD screen which is damaged is also stuck to the digitizer, when I tried to pry it apart it cracked into many pieces. It's fortunate that I had a new LCD as I'm doing a LCD swap and not a digitizer swap.

@S1ick10292 2 года назад

i got a dead pixel im sure over time its going to spread, this doesnt seem to bad to replace thank you

@Emulation_Inflation 2 года назад

Oh how you have improved!

@pierrebeauregard9022 5 дней назад

Thanks for yet another great tuto. I know this is an old video. I like the formating of your chanel, If its possible could you do a tuto on how to restore finish , scratch and shine on retro console even if its not perfect. And can scratch be removed on digitizer ex:ninendo switch.

@DailyMemetube166 5 лет назад

My Nintendo switch screen is broken I hit it with a joy con and it had broken is this how you fix it? The screen is very colorful it looks like it is super stretched out but all blurry and stuff so yeah is this how you fix the screen? Edit: CAN SOMEBODY PLZ REPLY I AM CRYING :((((( if not can you actually fix it or will I have to get a new switch with no data again because my switch broke one time before and all the game data wasn't saved I got my profile and SD card pictures back but there wasn't any way to when it was like that Edit:it has only been 30 minutes since I made this comment but PLEASE SOMEBODY TELL MEEEEEEEEEEE Edit:also will all the progress save like my game data?

@dutchieplays 5 лет назад

Yes this should fix it, but you may have to buy the screen and lcd separetly.

@razeastro4754 5 лет назад

Send it to Nintendo for repair if u still have warranty

@Blockistium 6 лет назад

This is horrifying to watch.

@Tronicsfix 6 лет назад

Why?

@mlgdorito-wj3kt 6 лет назад

TronicsFix its a horror for my switch

@connoisseurofcookies2047 5 лет назад

TronicsFix LLC Maybe you should've spent some time talking about the thermal paste at 14:17 since some people may not have caught on it during the fast forward ;) That's my biggest gripe.

@Sliderust3992 5 лет назад

This is giving me anxiety

@runed0s86 2 года назад

You say don't leave fingerprints, but you don't use gloves. You didn't talk about the thermal paste either.

@kevincastillo1530 4 года назад

Como se llama la cosa larga que uso para despegar la pantalla lcd?

@twood2032 6 лет назад

I have a question, is it possible to replace the touch screen with a different better touch screen with better hz and resolution and smaller bezel

@dev3575 6 лет назад

T W hahaha no

@travismarshall3089 5 лет назад

This helped a lot! Needed to replace a digitizer that had been severely clawed up by getting lodged down the side of a recliner. Removal was a breeze and everything seemed tip top shape! However, the digitizer has a GIGANTIC deadzone that takes up all but the outer edges of the screen. Bad digitizer? Bad board component? The ribbon cable and where it plugs into looks completely undamaged.

@Tronicsfix 5 лет назад

Could be the digitizer itself, the ribbon cable or even the game card slot.

@travismarshall3089 5 лет назад

@@Tronicsfix : Physical games and headphones work fine, but it still very well could be. I've yet to return it to my friend, but none of the games on this switch rely too much on the touch controls. The digitizer fits rather snug even without the use of accompanying double sided tape, so I left that out if my friend wants to try again it should be a rather simple swap out.

@MrPuertoRicanGaming 4 года назад

bro I have the exact same problem after I replaced the lcd and digitizer, did you ever figure out what the problem is?

@CakeHebenstreit 4 года назад

@@MrPuertoRicanGaming did anyone ever figure out the problem? I've had this happen on multiple switches with many different digitizers. I haven't found a solution yet.

@runed0s86 2 года назад

It's a bit late, but did you use the screen calibration option in the settings?

@vertex235 4 года назад

Do I need to replace the thermal paste like in the video? If so, what kind? I know absolutely 0 about thermal paste

@Riptequila 4 года назад

xxVRTX_DRFt23 yes and most thermal pastes will suffice.

@cubzrulz 4 года назад

Just go to Best buy and ask for a small tube it's inexpensive.

@noob-lm5cq 5 лет назад

Can you use a hairdryer instead of an iopener?

@cammie0105 4 года назад

IPoopedMyPantsArry yes

@eduardorubalcava9367 5 лет назад

I just did the repair and you don't need to remove the rails at all. You only need to remove the center screws of the rails to open up the Switch and do your repair.

@NOELQUEZON 5 лет назад

Do I need re-apply Double Sided Tape or Glue or Adhesive or Mighty Bond Epoxy.

@Tronicsfix 5 лет назад

Yes, you'll want to put adhesive on it.

@Blas294 4 года назад

@@Tronicsfix how much to fix a crack screen on my switch ?

@cubzrulz 4 года назад

@@Blas294 is it the plastic that's cracked or the actual screen?

@jairoy5895 5 лет назад

Any advice for installing a new front plate for the switch? I can't seem to find any videos changing the front plate (which I know will involve removing the screen/digitizer)

@chchris25 4 года назад

jairoy From the video, after the digitizer has been removed, it looks like there are four screws under the adhesive that hold the front housing frame. I will assume if you take those screws out, the front housing frame should slide out. But this needs to be confirmed as I’m not sure.

@1991ltd 4 года назад

Need help with this, every video I've seen just seems to slide the digitized ribbon in with no problem but mine doesnt go all the way in. Can anyone help with that?

@tadashiminami7595 12 дней назад

Question. Does the adhesive on the digitizer still stick properly after you've removed it?

@DADPLAYINGGAMES 4 года назад

So I screwed up pretty bad. I have a first run Nintendo Switch that has seen some wear and tear. A couple months ago it started overheating in dock mode and the shell started falling apart. I ended up getting a new Switch for myself and my niece was thinking about buying one herself. I told her about the “damaged” one I had and she asked if she could just have it. I obliged but little to her knowledge I ordered some replacement parts from China including a new more powerful fan (according to the listing), new screws, and front and back Shells. After a few months I finally got the parts and I swapped everything out, everything looks and sounds great until the moment it comes to turn on the console and test it. There is no display on the LCD screen, the backlight turns on, the digitizer works, and the console Switches to TV mode when placed in the dock but there just seems to be a problem with displaying an image when in handheld mode. I think maybe I damaged the LCD with my heat gun during the tear down process or maybe one of the ribbons got damaged so I ordered another LCD screen to replace the current one. I just finished replacing it (carefully) but I’m still having the same problem. Any info you could provide on what could possibly be the issue and how I can get this fixed for my niece I would greatly appreciate it. She is a good kid and deserves a new console herself if I could actually find one but I want her to at least have a fully functional console. Thanks in advance -DadPlayingGames

@testook2806 7 лет назад

Thanks for the support i needed a screen replacement video

@testook2806 7 лет назад

It was scratch up and i took your advice and got a screen Procter

@Tronicsfix 7 лет назад

Good idea!

@GimmeTaxShelter 6 лет назад

I've put my switch back together and my LCD still has some play (shakes around a bit). I never even replaced the display, just the digitizer. Can I fix this?

@Austin_2600 5 лет назад

Is there any way I can find a gorilla glass digitizer for my switch? I would adore to keep the bare look of my switch, not wanting a screen protector, though I don't wanna keep getting scratches on plastic screens. Someone please help by telling me if people made gorilla glass digitizers yet :O

@Tronicsfix 5 лет назад

I haven't seen one yet.

@DetectiveLobo 5 лет назад

Is there any way of messaging you? I have an image of my switch and I'm not entirely sure if its the LCD that needs replacing, Touch screen still works perfectly fine

@Tronicsfix 5 лет назад

Are you the one that emailed me the other day?

@josphok4142 7 лет назад

thank u soo much for the video , I like repairs videos , plz keep up

@Tronicsfix 7 лет назад

You're welcome! Glad you like it.

@ozfeldi 4 года назад

I hate the scratches that’s why I came in here to fix it I’m not a genius but I’m willing to learn even if takes me 3 months trying lol

@amybroadfield5159 4 года назад

I got my switch second hand and the lcd is damaged, there's blue and green spots on the lcd, do I just need a replacement?

@zacktheprogamer7999 4 года назад

Yes you only need a replacement it means the lcd was damaged by someone opening it up

@amybroadfield5159 4 года назад

@@zacktheprogamer7999 it kind of looks like a little kid punched the screen 😅

@cubzrulz 4 года назад

@@amybroadfield5159 it could be that the screen is damaged or that it had been opened up and wasn't properly closed so something is pressing against the screen causing the blue spots.

@darkshadowsx5949 3 года назад

A cotton sock filled with rice works too. most people have rice and a sock. it smells nice and holds heat when microwaved. i made one in 4th grade but my teacher sewed a tube for the rice. sock is just a good alternative. I have a hot air gun though. which apparently heat protection as i thought it died when i turned it off. i was able to successfully swap out my broken LCD. So thanks for the visual aid. i also bought it like that at a good price. im not that bad with my electronics. i actually swapped out the shell / housing as well. i might get a new digitizer but i dont have too. i could just save the old one as backup.

@heatheralbert5404 4 месяца назад

I popped off the white flap that holds the ribbon. Any tips on reattaching it?? I can't figure out how it goes on!!

@ko_ffee 5 лет назад

How do you fix joycon scratches....? Don’t ask how that managed to happen...

@SupahNin10dohp 6 лет назад

Is it possible to replace the screen I'm there with something better? Like an IPS or OLED screen?

@Tronicsfix 6 лет назад

Unfortunately, no. They don't make those.

@drecksbongert4367 7 лет назад

im not an expert on this topic but why does the plastic panel have a ribbon cabel? is this for the touch input or what purpose does it serve? my other question would be: shouldnt one be able to manufacture a glass panel with that ribbon cabel on it? then one could swap the plastic screen for a glass one to reduce scratches.

@Tronicsfix 7 лет назад

The top plastic panel? That's called a digitizer and yes it's for touch input. I'm sure one would be able to manufacture one made of glass if one had a manufacturing facility. The tradeoff is that it would break way easier. Since this is a handheld I'm guessing Nintendo would rather make a console that is less likely to break.

@fakkmorradi 6 лет назад

digitizer could translate to fingerizer :P

@AuraSystem 5 лет назад

I have a question, the upper half of the shell, can this be removed from the other components? Specifically, can it be removed after the digitizer is removed? I know the case is a two part construction, but I want to replace the top bezil due to it cracking. I'm re shelling the unit anyway just want to know if that's possible, thanks!

@Koodoo2 5 лет назад

do you need to buy new adhesive and reapply it?

@Tronicsfix 5 лет назад

If the old adhesive is still there and in good condition it can still work fine.

@Koodoo2 5 лет назад

@@Tronicsfix Thank you :)

@Legarad 11 месяцев назад

Can you make one video for the Switch Lite screen replacement?

@pierrebeauregard9022 5 дней назад

aligning the lcd 13:00 How do you know if it corectly done ? Im planing to shell swap my v1 the frame is bent and its anoying me.

@DaisyDesigner18 5 лет назад

just remove the bezels and replace the screen to small bezels like what i do

@garrettschultz5588 5 лет назад

Hey TronicsFix. Thanks for the vid, quite helpful. Just one question: Do you need adhesive when reinstalling the digitizer? I know you said it snaps in place, but the warm pack was used to soften the adhesive during the removal process. I would just like to know what kind of adhesive is recommended. Thanks!

@nysreme7 2 года назад

its been 2 years and he still hasn't gotten an answer

@realskata16 8 месяцев назад

Honestly the old adhesive is probably sufficient if you are doing lcd swap and using old digitizer. If using new digitizer, I’d clean up the edge of old adhesive and use what comes with it

@kingturg1614 Месяц назад

My screen only pops up a little bit it still works any idea for a quick fix?

@tomaspalomo224 5 лет назад

Thanks for your help. Good tutorial.

@Tronicsfix 5 лет назад

Glad to help!

@exe.boi19 2 года назад

what do i do if the screen is basically touching itself.

@Jenny-ue3jt Год назад

I`ve got a little problem with the digitizer snapping in place again. what can i do to fix it?

@FusionSempai Год назад

I have a spec of dust or small fabric under the screen... is this the only way to get it out..?

@AmbulanceOfDeath 6 лет назад

I found that using the iOpener kit with the suction cup made taking the screen off easy. Just place the suction cup on the opposite side of where the ribbon cable is and pull. Of course you have to be careful to not pull to hard for the sake of the ribbon cable. Make sure to warm the screen to loosen the adhesive, makes the job go smoother.

@Tronicsfix 6 лет назад

That's a good way to do it

@urjnlegend 5 лет назад

Does the digitizer mount directly into the switch outer plastic housing? I want to make a mock switch for display purposes, so I need an empty shell, but the digitizer and joycon rail acceptors mounted as well, so it's just an empty, display shell

@Tronicsfix 5 лет назад

Yes, the digitizer mounts to the frame.

@urjnlegend 5 лет назад

@@Tronicsfix thank you for this!!!!

@tabel0421 6 лет назад

do you know how to just unscrew and replace the front shell surrounding the screen? I know how to replace the back shell but what about the front?

@callmese7en319 2 года назад

I swapped the lcd and digitizer but my screen lights up like I is receiving power but then no image. Any thoughts?

@pbcee 5 лет назад

Can you make a video on how to replace the front plate chassis on the Switch? Can't find any online

@Tronicsfix 5 лет назад

Maybe

@Oween 5 лет назад

This worked perfectly for me, but the LCD doesn't properly show the screen. It sort of ghostly fades in and out and continues being black. What would you think that could be?

@tabel0421 6 лет назад

what if I wanted to replace the front shell surrounding the screen? not the back. My switch fell out of my bag one time, even though the screen didn't get damaged, the front actually did and it kinda drives me nuts. is that tougher?

@uTheJoKeR 6 лет назад

Taran Abel I'm in the same situation. Why is the rear shell the only piece easily replaceable...?

@maximilianschaffler9981 6 лет назад

The Front and the digitizer is together and you can replace it! Just buy a digitizer and follow the instruktiions in the Vid :D

@uTheJoKeR 6 лет назад

Maximilian Schäffler where can I get a digitizer?

@rinFelstar99 5 лет назад

im glad i found this video it gives ne hope u guys can fix my switch

@jacardalesgmail 5 лет назад

Thanks, just did it and my second gand switch looks good as new!

@izzy6193 4 года назад

Did the touch screen work?

@TW93AW 5 лет назад

Is it possible to replace the front face plate without taking apart the screen? My vent spokes are broken and looking to replace the whole frame

@cammie0105 4 года назад

You would have to buy an all new lcd and digitizer for the new face plate if you didn’t want to take apart the screen from the old face plate to transfer it over.

@MrRaphaelLippi 3 года назад

My touch screen completely stoped working. What should I do? My switch never got any damage or felt.

@Hawallanxx 4 года назад

Thank you sir for this video.

@Tronicsfix 4 года назад

My pleasure!

@Rumpleforeskin338 Год назад

I’m having an issue where my new switch lcd backlight comes but doesn’t display anything. Do you have any recommended solutions?

@niketuck9687 5 лет назад

The inside looks so beautiful!!

@jamiecol6017 3 года назад

I have a switch with a glass screen protector my lamp hit my dock with my switch in and there is cracks all over the screen is it safe to take off the screen protector or will my screem break