Introduction
Follow this guide to replace the display or screen adhesives for the Galaxy S8+. This procedure is meant to be used in conjunction with the Galaxy S8+ screen replacement guide.
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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.
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Lay the adhesive strips out to get an idea of where they go.
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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.
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Set the adhesive down lightly on the frame.
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If it is not properly aligned, carefully peel the adhesive back up.
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Once the adhesive is aligned, use your fingers to press the adhesive onto the frame.
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Peel one of the end adhesive strips from the clear plastic backing.
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Hold the strip by the two green end tabs and line the adhesive strip with the phone frame.
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Lay the adhesive down lightly on the phone. Make sure that all cutouts are properly aligned.
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Once aligned, use your fingers to press the adhesive into place.
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Repeat the procedure for the remaining adhesive strip.
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Continue reassembling your device until you are ready to attach the screen.
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Peel and remove the green plastic liner from all adhesive strips to expose the screen-facing adhesive.
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Align and set the phone screen on top of the adhesive.
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Use your fingers to squeeze around the perimeter of the phone to set the adhesive.
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Apply a few books worth of weight on top of the screen for an hour to help the adhesive bond.
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Follow this link to return to the Galaxy S8+ screen replacement guide.
