How to clean your Apple products
Get recommendations and guidelines for cleaning yourMac, iPad, iPhone, iPod, display, or peripheral device.
Apple products are made with a variety of materials, and eachmaterial might have specific cleaning requirements. To get started, here are some tips that apply to all products:
- Use only a soft, lint-free cloth.Avoidabrasive cloths, towels, paper towels,or similar items.
- Avoid excessive wiping,whichmightcause damage.
- Unplug all external power sources,devices, and cables.
- Keep liquids away from the product, unless otherwise noted for specific products.
- Don't get moisture into any openings.
- Don't use aerosol sprays,bleaches, or abrasives.
- Don't spray cleaners directly onto the item.
Is it OK to use a disinfectant on my Apple product?
Using a 70 percent isopropyl alcohol wipe, 75 percent ethyl alcohol wipe, or Clorox Disinfecting Wipes, you may gently wipe the hard, nonporous surfaces of your Apple product, such as the display, keyboard, or other exterior surfaces. Don't use products containing bleach or hydrogen peroxide. Avoid getting moisture in any opening, and don'tsubmerge your Apple product in any cleaning agents. Don'tuse on fabric or leather surfaces.
If liquid makes its way inside your Apple product,get help from anApple Authorized Service ProviderorApple Storeas soon as possible. Liquid damage isn't covered under the Apple product warranty or AppleCare Protection Plans, but you may have rights underconsumer law. If you plan to visit an Apple Store,make a reservation at the Genius Bar[available only in some countries and regions].
For more detailed instructions, select your Apple product:
Notebook computers
Desktop computers
Displays
Cables
Peripherals
Apple Watch
AirPods
HomePod
iPod
iPhone
iPhone accessories
iPad
iPad accessories
Notebook computers
Learn how to clean your Mac notebook computer.
MacBook, MacBook Pro, and MacBook Air
When cleaning the outside of your MacBook, MacBook Pro, or MacBook Air, first shut down your computer and unplug the power adapter. Then use a damp, soft, lint-free cloth to clean the computer's exterior. Avoid getting moisture in any openings. Don't spray liquid directly on the computer. Don't use aerosol sprays, solvents, abrasives, or cleaners containing hydrogen peroxide that might damage the finish.
To clean the screen on your MacBook, MacBook Pro, or MacBook Air, first shut down the computer and unplug the power adapter. Dampen a soft, lint-free cloth with water only, then use it to clean the computer's screen.To clean hard-to-remove smudges, you can moisten the cloth with a 70-percent isopropyl alcohol [IPA] solution.
MacBook Pro models from 2016 and later with Touch Bar and Touch ID: Clean the Touch Bar and Touch ID [power button] on these computers the same way you would clean the display. Shut down your Mac and unplug the power adapter. Dampen a soft, lint-free cloth with water only, then use it to clean the Touch Bar and Touch ID.
MacBook [13-inch, Late 2009] and MacBook [13-inch, Mid 2010]: The bottom case of these computers uses a soft nonslip material. Use a 3M Gray Microfiber or soft dye-free, lint-free cloth to clean the bottom case.
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how to clean the nano-texture glass on your Apple display.
First, shut down your Mac and unplug the power cord along with other connected devices. Then use a damp, soft, lint-free cloth to clean the computer's exterior. Avoid getting moisture in any openings. Don't spray liquid directly on the computer. Don't use aerosol sprays, solvents, abrasives, or cleaners containing hydrogen peroxide that might damage the finish.
To clean the display on your iMac, dampen the cloth that came with your iMacor another clean, soft, lint-free clothwith water only, and then wipe the screen.To clean hard-to-remove smudges, you can moisten the cloth with a 70-percent isopropyl alcohol [IPA] solution.
Don't clean the screen of your iMac with a cleaner containing acetone. Use a cleaner intended for use with a screen or display. Never spray cleaner directly on the screen. It might drip inside the display and cause damage.
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how to clean the nano-texture glass on your Apple display.The following guidelines are for cleaning the Apple Thunderbolt Display and other Apple displays.
First, disconnect the display from power, from its connection to a computer, and from any external devices. Then use the cloth that came with your display or another soft, dry cloth to wipe dust from the screen.
If additional cleaning of the display panel or case is required, use a soft, slightly damp, lint-free cloth. Avoid getting moisture in openings. Don't use window cleaners, household cleaners, aerosol sprays, solvents, ammonia,abrasives, or cleaners containing hydrogen peroxideto clean the display.
Don't clean the screen of your display with a cleaner containing acetone. Use a cleaner intended for use with a screen or display. Never spray cleaner directly on the screen. It might drip inside the display and cause damage.
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remove the batteries. [If your device is wired, simply unplug it from your computer.]
Next, clean the outside of your device with a lint-free cloth lightly moistened with water. Don't get moisture in any openings or use aerosol sprays, solvents, abrasives, or cleaners containing hydrogen peroxide.
If your Magic Mouse or Magic Mouse 2 isnt tracking properly, there might be a hair or other debris on the sensor lens. Turn the mouse over and inspect the sensor window using a bright light. If you see debris, use compressed air to gently clean the sensor window.
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clean your iPhone.
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Published Date:November 08, 2021