Nintendo Switch Lite LCD Replacement Guide

The Switch Lite might seem nearly indestructible, but a well placed user's heel can still shatter that thin LCD below the armored digitizer. Join me as I tear this console down and bring clarity back to this display!
I am not responsible for damage or data loss caused by you to your device, this is not a guide for beginners and reasonable safety precautions should be followed. Attempt this repair at your own risk.
Tools:
Technik Tweezers (Almost the only kind I'd recommend)
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Hakko Tweezers (Made to last!)
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Precision Screwdriver Set w/ Security Torx for consoles/phones
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[@jackychen5301]

I have a sword and shield edition and replacing the LCD screen cost more than half of the cost of getting a second hand switch lite. I am thinking of doing it myself and this video helps a lot. Never thought I could do the repair from the front side to avoid removing all the parts. Thanks for the video!

[@TapticDigital]

I definitely did it the lazy way, but it worked out. It’s a bit frustrating to feed the ribbons through

[@KingBunni]

My brother recently broke his and the closest computer shop wants about the same price as the console to repair it, and I'm like alright let me do this myself, and the tutorial helped alot :)

[@TapticDigital]

Glad to hear it!

[@Dragoon_Kenji27]

How much did it cost for everything, like the tools, the new screen, and any other materials needed? If it cost less to repair this way then buy a new one then HECK YEA I'll probably try this

[@TapticDigital]

Hmm. Screen was about $40, screwdriver set was $15, double sided tape probably about $10, let’s call it $100 total to factor in shipping.

[@winstonharambe]

Very smoothing Music and voice of yours. But I have decided to buy a new one instead...lol

[@TapticDigital]

I don't blame you! The Switch Lite is one of my least favorite repairs, especially the display!

[@jayjayhooksch1]

Do you have to use an adhesive to stick the digitizer to the LCD? Or does it just sit in place? I know the digitizer needs adhesive to stick to the shell, but can't find any info about securing the LCD to the digitizer.

[@TapticDigital]

Nope, no adhesive needed there. The pressure of the digitizer will hold the LCD in the shell on its own

[@jayjayhooksch1]

Thanks.

[@bmwmd110]

@@TapticDigital Yea but won't dust get between the digitizer and screen then?

[@ZeeCozyFox]

I need a tutorial on how to transfer my data from my practically exact same broken switch lite from the video. To my newer switch. I've tried doing it blind but I just can't get it to work... I miss my full odds shiny Eevee on my sword save file

[@FiddyStump-tn6kk]

I just bought a used one with a broken lcd for $50. If my repair is successful, then my all-in total will be $120 + an hour of fiddling around for a switch lite. Seems good.

[@TapticDigital]

That’s one heck of a good deal for a Switch Lite!

[@zengetsu7]

After replacing my lcd screen, the screen became blank. There is sound and power screen is only dark no home screen menu. My switch is a cfw modded system. Please help.

[@TapticDigital]

Sounds like either a bad screen, or something isn’t fully connected.

[@Transcend-h8t]

Make sure the ribbons are all the way in, some of them seem to want to stay out about 1 mm.

[@thegixlad27]

Theres supposed to be a OLED mod screen coming out in the future, so im just curious how replacing the screen actually works.

[@Ssargent888]

I know this is an older video but while it’s open, what upgrades could I do? Like can I make it work on the tv? Can I add internal memory? Can I change out cooling fans for a better one? What can be done? Also, could I somehow hack it to play ps2 games? Xbox etc. ??? I have a spare system I can play with so I figure it’s worth frankensteining it to be more than just a switch lite

[@TapticDigital]

@@Ssargent888 not a whole lot without some serious soldering skills. You could install a modchip. Check out Chase Fournier on KZbin, he does a few switch hacks!

[@zengetsu7]

Do you need to apply new thermal paste before reassembling the switch?

[@TapticDigital]

I usually like to replace it. Some I open still have very soft thermal paste that isn’t dried out, it can be reused. Otherwise it’s best to clean and replace

[@MrGrey-op6dz]

I just replace mine too now and it doesn't turn on. Any suggestion? I tried to put the old one that work with bad screen and still doesnt turn on. I check all the cables and its all good. I think i meesed up my switch. Do you idea on this?

[@leslieding284]

Hi, what is the liquid you use to loosen the adhesive so that you can remove the screen assembly from the front?

[@TapticDigital]

@@leslieding284 isopropyl alcohol, 90% or higher

[@abhaychampanerkar4576]

Hi. What’s the Amazon link for the LED display? Can you help with the part code ?

[@TapticDigital]

I’m not too sure as I didn’t buy this from Amazon. As long as it’s an LCD listed for the Switch Lite it should work just fine, to my knowledge they’ve never made changes to the LCD part.

[@shadow69-t6o]

Can you repair my ipod

[@tatzzip5351]

what is that adhesive you used called? pls reply

[@TapticDigital]

@@tatzzip5351 I used Tesa double sided acrylic tape, usually 2mm width.

[@tatzzip5351]

@@TapticDigital thank you

[@lewydoesminecraft]

think mines broke :( the little ribbon on the lcd wont stay firmly in the port and the screen doesnt show but i can hear that its on :( rip

[@TheDoorsPro51]

Same lol

[@x_Squeeze_x]

How to remove stripped screw on my switch lite can't replace my lcd screen because i broke it easily when i dissembling 😢

[@TapticDigital]

You can cut a line into the screw with a grinding tool and use a flathead to remove it, or look into precision screw extractors

[@Iamghaazi]

Best

[@acimja]

you sound like zack from JRE

[@TapticDigital]

@@acimja thanks, I think we’re both just pretty chill guys

[@theanonymousnerd7871]

I would try an repair it, break something else, and then likely get a new one against my better judgement

[@justinw9982]

What size tesa tape? I see 1mm and 2 mm rolls and thats not a big difference. Thank you for the video. Ubreakifix said $300 plus to fix. Screen stopped working after I replaced the joysticks.

[@TapticDigital]

Ubreak is crazy for that, sounds like they just don’t want to work on it. Definitely try reseating the screen cables before fully replacing, and test the new display before installing! Grab 2mm tape, I rarely use the 1 as it’s almost too thin to hold anything.

[@justinw9982]

Thank you sir! It's possible I zapped it but I'll check again@@TapticDigital

[@ridwanbintoro5852]

good

[@riuneharu]

did you remove the blue film?

[@TapticDigital]

Of course, it’s just a scratch protector.

[@riuneharu]

@@TapticDigital ok. thanks

[@Matthew-e4g6y]

Where can I get the tesa tape?

[@TapticDigital]

I get mine from MobileSentrix but you can find similar tape from many different vendors, even on Amazon.

[@TheDoorsPro51]

hey is there a way you can fix mine?

[@TheDoorsPro51]

or no?

[@TapticDigital]

I don't offer mail in repairs just yet, I'd recommend looking up Chase Fournier, he's another KZbinr and last I saw he does amazing work on mail in devices.

[@TheDoorsPro51]

Ok ill just tell you what happened still tho so like the Screen Is Black like idk why it just happened

[@jeanbest9995]

Can I just ship it to you, and pay you to fix it? ☺️ My son is so heartbroken, and would love to play his switch again. 🙏🏻🥺😞❤️💔🌻

[@TapticDigital]

I don’t offer mail in repairs just yet, I’d recommend looking up Chase Fournier, he also does repairs here on KZbin and does great with handheld consoles!

[@scarletluna3787]

Dude I also broke mine bc of fortnite😭