The red film that is on the back of the screen -- This is supposed to be removed, right? I just want to make sure that it is before I move any further
1275407
I don't remember any red film - but a good rule of thumb - if the film is easily removable, it's probably meant to be removed.
1292085
Yes. Of course remove the film. It's only for protection during shipping and processing.
275883
I would use a damp cloth with a mild cleaner to kind of dust off the fabric part of the screen. I dust the "iron" part of the screen with a dry cloth as it is metal.
677215
There are two protectors on the screen. One with graphics and writing and a clear one that is really thick. Remove them both! I installed a good one I got from best buy. The screen is ultra-responsive.
449709
I'm such a dork! Is that what that plastic thing was? It did have a plastic thing in it that was probably supposed to be a screen protector. I thought it was packaging material and I removed it. It was glued in there with a bead of something like silicone caulking that allowed it to be removed without a great deal of difficulty once you broke that seal and tugged at it. Duh. :)
1417363
Yes it is. You'll have to clean the screen again once the damaged one is removed prior to putting a new one on. It takes a lot to damage this product though.
2021719
I'm not quite understanding you, but I'm thinking that you're asking if you have to take off the original screen protector to use the product and the answer is yes. I removed the old screen protector then placed the product on my screen and haven't had any problems with it.
249259
Yes, if it does happen to come off it can be reapplied. Once it's on not any way for something to get between it and the screen.
1098385
red flap I believe is attached to a clear plastic protective film try removing it slowly to see if I am correct different suppliers may be different hope this helped
1370880
Hello Hambrighty,Thanks for your question! Our screen protectors do not leave any residue once removed. If there is anything on your screen, a nice buff from the enclosed Microfiber Cleaning Cloth should alleviate anything on there. :)If you have any more questions, feel free to let us know here or at support@ismooth.comHave a good day~BrookeCustomer ServiceiSmooth
2101336
It appears to be a stick on label, but I haven't tried to remove it. I'm afraid it would damage the finish on the frame. Sorry I can't help answer your question better.
222360
I have used a similar one before. I found that after taking it off, all I had to do was wipe the screen with alcohol to clean away any residue. I love mine.
1044284
Not really...it peels off like a "window cling". There's no residue left over either. If you feel the need to clean your screen, you can, but it's not really necessary.
1098384
I'm sorry, Adam, can you clarify what you mean by the red flap? Are you asking about the protector screen that covers the digitizer (back side of the glass)? If so, yes, this should be removed before you install it. Peel back the protective film right before you slide the ribbon cable connector through to the back side and settle the glass onto the frame.
1288730
I peeled it off, I think it was part of packaging. Although I cann't see any harm leaving it on.
1519367
Same issue here - I'm going to try and get a refund; the issue is that the thing has so much of an electrostatic charge, that unless you're in a clean room it WILL attract particles from anywhere. Once it gets onto the back of the screen, good luck getting it off without leaving permanent marks on the back, which of course are very visible once applied.
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Yes, it doesn't look like there is a film on both sides but there is. I found that out one day when my screen looked like it was coming off, it was just film covering.