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Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus Display Adhesive Replacement

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    1. Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus Display Adhesive Replacement, Display Adhesive: step 1, image 1 of 3 Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus Display Adhesive Replacement, Display Adhesive: step 1, image 2 of 3 Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus Display Adhesive Replacement, Display Adhesive: step 1, image 3 of 3
      • Remove all traces of adhesive and debris from the phone's frame. Clean the adhesion surface with high concentration isopropyl alcohol (over 90%) and wipe it clean with a lint-free cloth.

      • If glue or glass remnants are left behind, the new display will not mount correctly and may be damaged.

      • Lay the adhesive strips out to get an idea of where they go.

      • Peel off the clear plastic backing from the large pre-cut adhesive strip, exposing one side of adhesive.

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      • Carefully line up a long edge of the adhesive with the edge of the phone frame.

      • Make sure that the adhesive cutouts match the phone's.

      • Set the adhesive down lightly on the frame.

      • If it is not properly aligned, carefully peel the adhesive back up.

      • Once the adhesive is aligned, use your fingers to press the adhesive onto the frame.

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    3. Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus Display Adhesive Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 3 Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus Display Adhesive Replacement: step 3, image 2 of 3 Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus Display Adhesive Replacement: step 3, image 3 of 3
      • Peel one of the end adhesive strips from the clear plastic backing.

      • The strips are cut for a specific end and are not interchangeable.

      • Hold the strip by the two green end tabs and line the adhesive strip with the phone frame.

      • Lay the adhesive down lightly on the phone. Make sure that all cutouts are properly aligned.

      • Once aligned, use your fingers to press the adhesive into place.

      • Repeat the procedure for the remaining adhesive strip.

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    4. Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus Display Adhesive Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1
      • Continue reassembling your device until you are ready to attach the screen.

      • If possible, test your screen's functionality before sticking it in place.

      • Peel and remove the green plastic liner from all adhesive strips to expose the screen-facing adhesive.

      • Align and set the phone screen on top of the adhesive.

      • Use your fingers to squeeze around the perimeter of the phone to set the adhesive.

      • Apply a few books worth of weight on top of the screen for an hour to help the adhesive bond.

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