A touch screen and an easy-to-use interface are built into almost all electronics these days. If,  accidentally, your smartphone’s touch screen gets cracked, you might not be able to use it anymore.

However, today we are about to reveal some easy fixes that you can try before calling a technician. These top-notch techniques can help you regain the proper functioning of your smartphone. Furthermore, other than smartphones, you can use these hacks to fix the laptop as well as the computer screen. So, let’s start.

Tricks that you can Apply to fix a Cracked Touch Screen

If due to a cracked screen, your device stops working, then the first thing that you have to do is to reboot your device. 

Restart an iPhone

If you are an iPhone user, press the Volume Down and Side buttons together. Next, you need to press the Volume Up button. Move the slider to the Power Off option, and release the Volume Down and Side buttons. Next, to restart the device, you should gently move the slider from left to right.

Restart your iPad

First, you have to press the on/off button. Keep holding the button until you see a slider at the top of the iPad. Now, you should slightly move the slider from left to right. When the screen goes completely dark, it indicates that the iPad is off. Wait for a moment and press the on/off button until you see the Apple logo. Release the button, and your iPad will start again.

Restart your Android Device

To reboot your Android device, simply press the power button and hold it for a few seconds. In case your Android device has other Restart options, you can use them. Thus, it is the best option.

Restart a Computer

In order to safely restart a Windows computer, first go to the Start menu. If you use a Windows 10 device, choose the Power icon. For Windows 8, you can see the Power icon at the top of the display. From the context menu, choose the Restart option.

Repair the touch screen or screen protector

A touch screen may cease responding owing to dirt and grime buildup or difficulties with the case or screen protector. Because this is quite simple to deal with or rule out, it’s a good idea to fully clean your device if a reset doesn’t work.

Clean your hands before touching the screen to avoid transferring dirt. Wipe the touch screen clean with a lint-free cloth. The cloth can be dry or damp, but never use one that is completely soaked.

Take off the screen protector, If a screen protector becomes dirty beneath it, gets wet, or becomes too heated, it will cease recording your touch.

Turn On the Safe Mode

To open your device in the Safe mode, hold down the Shift key and tap on the Restart option. In addition, hit the Troubleshoot option. Furthermore, click on the Advanced option. Proceed to the Startup Settings option. Under the Startup Settings, again click on the Restart option. After that, your device will enter Safe Mode.

Alternative Options to fix the Touch Screen

If you note that you are unable to use the phone, without mending the crack, then opt for these instant hacks:

• Use Toothpaste

By using it, you can fix or hide a small scratch. First, put a little bit of toothpaste on a cotton bud, and after that, using a circular motion, rub the paste into the cracked place and the area around it. Remember that the toothpaste should not touch the headphone sockets or other essential parts of the device. Once you successfully rub in the toothpaste, use a dry cloth, and wipe out in the same motion. Finally, clean the screen and try to access the touchscreen.

• Vegetable Oil

This solution also allows you to hide the problem but is unable to fix the entire issue. To apply this procedure, first take a small drop of the vegetable oil and coat it on the cracked area to hide it. You should wait until the oil dries. After that, take a dry cloth and clean the cracked area. In case the vegetable oil rubs off, you have to reapply the oil.

• Use a Plastic Bag

If only a small portion of the screen gets cracked, then the best way to prevent further damage is to use a screen protector. However, if you don’t have time to buy a screen protector, you can purchase a small, transparent plastic bag and wrap it around your phone. The plastic bag will work as a screen protector. This will surely give you temporary relief. However, you are advised to purchase a screen protector as early as possible.

Still, nothing happens and due to the cracked screen, your device stops working? You have no other option than to send it to the nearest Mobile Repair Dubai service center.