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How do you clean a new iPad mini screen?

What is best effective way to clean a new iPad mini screen and back side?


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Apple has a webpage that details its advice for cleaning your iPad screen and Apple products:

How to clean your Apple products - Apple Support


Apple products are made with a variety of materials, and each material may have specific cleaning requirements. To get started, here are some tips that apply to all products:

  • Only use a soft, lint-free cloth. Avoid abrasive cloths, towels, kitchen roll or similar items. 
  • Avoid excessive wiping, which may cause 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 cleaning products directly onto the item.


Using a 70-per cent isopropyl alcohol wipe, 75-per cent ethyl alcohol wipe or disinfectant wipe, you may gently wipe the hard, non-porous surfaces of your Apple product, such as the display, keyboard or other exterior surfaces. Do not use these cleaning products on Apple Vision Pro as they may damage the device. Don’t use products containing bleach or hydrogen peroxide. Avoid getting moisture in any opening, and don't submerge your Apple product in any cleaning agents. Don't use on fabric or leather surfaces.