Official iPad 3 Screen/Digitizer Replacement & Instructions

[@gypsyofcruzz]

i just fixed up my old ipad 3 with this tutorial at 2021 given a new life to this device at least i can watch netflix there ahahah, sending regards from china

[@karensmithturner5014]

If you are going to do it yourself - replace your screen/digitizer on an iPad 3 - this is the best video to watch. Yes - it is long - but a lot of the shorter ones skip over the detail really necessary. This is the best of many. Wished I had watched it before I started!

[@randychambers7902]

I wished I watched it as well. I learned in this video how important it is to remove battery-power to the LCD digitizer (and how easy it is!) BEFORE reconnecting to control board.

[@israelpozuniga3659]

Thank you for this step by step with you verbally explaining what to do and what not to do.

[@jungapo2]

can i suggest something, for broken glass, why not apply extra wide clear tape so you can remove the glass in one piece?

[@briaburris5159]

jungapo2 definitely should have thought of that 😏nice tip

[@nelidagarcia7412]

This was super helpful. My son used your video to fix my iPad. It took a long time but it was worth it. Thanks for posting the video. My iPad was shattered in many pieces so we placed packing tape on the center to keep as much of it from popping out and that helped. He also wore a long sleeve shirt after one of the piece of glass cut his arm a bit. You really need steady hands to do this work.

[@Wumbles]

I’m going to be replacing my screen soon, and this makes me feel confident enough to do so :) thank you for being so detailed, and explaining so well

[@braylendallas4892]

InstaBlaster

[@markobojovic1024]

Can I put Ipad 3 screen on iPad 4?

[@terryandmarcymorgan3365]

To keep the broken glass chards under control I use some see-through shipping tape on the Ipad. This helped me in my repair/replacement of the screen/digitizer. Thanks for sharing this video.

[@evanofelipe]

Thanks for sharing your detailed directions and advice on iPad screen replacement that I successfully followed to the 'letter'. My screen replacement went reasonably well with the minor exception that my particular digitiser connection tab had white lines on top that did not disappear when inserted into the connector. After several attempts to push the connection tab deeper into the connector, with due consideration 'not to distort, the tab too much and measurement comparison with the original, I concluded that it was fully engaged, even though the lines remained visible. Clearly this fact must vary slightly according to the manufacturer of the replacement digitiser. The next issue arose prior to completely fitting the digitiser during testing for full function. My experience was that the digitiser did not appear to work consistently well, so I stripped the iPad down several times assuming the connection was suspect (as described above). In the end I decided I had nothing to lose by finishing off and completing the installation, I removed the inner screen protector, peeled off all adhesive strips and securely fitted the new screen only to find everything worked fine. I assume it's function must have been compromised by leaving the protector film in place. So now having heated up the screen rim I've left it under pressure overnight to ensure good seal and will test it further tomorrow. I reviewed several other video!s on the same topic and thought yours was the most comprehensive guide. Most don't mention disconnecting the battery that could be important as it would be easy to inadvertently catch the 'on' button when moving the iPad about in the process.

[@kazematighetchi3568]

I loved how you explained.can you dear where can I send you my iPad Air 2 which already bought parts to put it together send it back to me all the information I need. Thank you very much

[@markus869]

I used that video to do my first replacement. Worked very well. Thanks for the brief description, especially about the cable part.

[@eagleviewhd]

I wonder if one could use some of those chemical hand warmers to heat the adhesive on the iPad before trying to remove the old digitizer?

[@PhobosTK]

It doesn't heat up enough

[@jakemetcalfe4881]

Just watched the video,gave me loads of confidence,so cracked on . Wonder if my grandfather would have been able to mend my iPad 🤔

[@darrindelaporte9030]

Excellent video. For some reason when I put mine back together the power button does not work. Any ideas?

[@lizzygueits6880]

after doing everything on the video my touch screen doesn't work..help please

[@polanco2314]

Did you ever fix it?

[@Fatelovesirony960]

I was gritting my teeth while you removed the glass...such a scary experience

[@arnoldceasar1598]

Question: What about the glass particles that may have fallen into the case? Is it ok to gently vacuum them up? I worry that they might shake loose and work their way onto the LCD.

[@the415giant]

If there is a dead spot, what does that indicate? A bad digitizer or lcd? Thanks for the video

[@helmut666kohl]

Got a $10,- replacement from the bay, followed most of your guide plus had to move the button / camera-shield to the new digitizer. Definitely one of the most complex repairs I have ever done… Ripping apart my 2011 27" iMac is almost child's play compared to this!

[@jennyalonzo7034]

my display screen has the digitizer cable and other thats attached to the home button what do i connect tht too?

[@mscir]

Thanks again for a great video, well done. Nice trick with the guitar pick too!

[@iwascool13]

Thanks for taking the time to make this in-depth video. My broken glass on my ipad is now repaired and working wonderfully.

[@AlfonsLC]

amazingly detailed and perfect video. makes it seem harder than it is because the detail is perfect. thanks for posting.

[@MichaelsonFamily1989]

Very good and detailed presentation. You didn’t do a speedy Gonzalas, zip-sang,and a slam-dunk repair job. Question however. I have a 64gb Apple IPad. The model # is A1397 EMC2424. It’s white framed. Is what I have IPad 3? If so, I have a cracked screen that I have to replace. Also the touchscreen keyboard doesn’t fully operate. Adding to this, the home screen is locked and unable to rotate and I have no way of unlocking it.What and Where exactly can I buy a replacement part and how much will it cost? Lastly, will I loose any icons and books that are already stored in IPad? You seem to be an expert in this and also willing to be straight and honest. Thank you.

[@WILDSHAIKDJ]

Sir can we apply tape for stick up that touch

[@chuckharman1339]

Thank you for taking the time to make this video.

[@abemaysonet7291]

Excellent video. Good and timely zoom-ins. Good lighting and narration. Thank you sir. This will be my guide!

[@jillianbland]

Very useful information for a lady who's going to pay someone else to do it, I know how to check it to see if everything ok, and I'm also aware of the work involved. Have subscribed and shared on Facebook Many thanks

[@garyanderson1560]

Please tell me where can I buy the Jig Kit and the SideKick cleaner.

[@Jon-bj4bq]

Wow that was real good! Thank you

[@Calilovelina]

If I also need it to replace the battery do I have to take everything out ?

[@chiquimulah4746]

So that was a hell of a ride, but I finally did it in 2020 :). I used a regular hair dryer to heat up the edges and a small vacuum cleaner to deal with those small pieces of broken glass. The digitizer did not work in the first run, I solved the issue by rechecking the digitizer cable (white lines at it must be completely covered). Now it looks brand new and works like charm! This video was helpful! But for all beginners: it's definitely not what I would call an easy repair. It took me ages. Save your nerves and give it to the repair service of your choice.

[@barryflynn4766]

also lookin for parts screen etc as listed in video for ipad mini 3

[@Vampiraaa]

This is a great video! My iPad 3 completely shattered, so much so that I could see the screws to the LED screen and remove it without removing the digitizer. I bought a replacement screen and was able to perfectly fix it with this video, thank you!!

[@47AndyT]

Where did you get your parts?

[@girtisholland]

Will a blow dryer work on loosing the glue?

[@islajackman1806]

Lengthy, that's because it's it is very comprehensive and very good.

[@zach___blake]

What would I buy if I want just a screen for my iPad 3 white not like an LCD or anything like that? Is a digitizer just a screen or what's the difference between all the different kinds of screens?

[@mgomez5606]

What can you do if you break one of the connector doors?

[@Sxejaz]

This is an excellent tutorial. I followed this step by step and my iPad is working perfectly. Thank you

[@MikeKruft]

A Very helpful tutorial. I didn't have the nice tools but I took my time with what I had. I used nail varnish remover to remove the adhesive residue. I used a hair drier instead of a heat gun. New digitiser fitted and working.

[@mgomez5606]

Where can I buy the sidekick?

[@barryflynn4766]

hey anyone know where i can buy one of those jigs for ipad mini 3..

[@amantanwer]

Dear sir can you tell me what i do i have broken my screen lock during replacement of its screen

[@johnscott8253]

Great information. it might be old but it is functional again

[@supaflymadafaka]

Thank you for the vid! what if the on/off button doesn't work? and how to know which Touch Screen Display Digitizer to buy for ipad 3 on amazon? you have like 100 of them... :)

[@kapildroid]

Just finished replacing my cracked screen, good as new. Good product and saves lots of money.

[@LellePrinter82]

Thanks for a great video. I've got an iPad 3 that had a smashed screen. Both glass and the screen. I've purchased a new screen, to see if the iPad charged and it started up as it should. Now I purchased new glass+digitizer. I've disconnected the battery connector while connecting the new digitizer. Connected all together, now it acts like it starts but now there is no longer a picture on the screen, just black. :( If I connect it to a pc, it recognizes the iPad. And if I try to just charge it, it acts like plugging it and out at almost the same time. U can hear that connect/disconnect sound from the iPad. Help! I probably did something wrong. Should I let it drain/discharge the batteries?

[@sparksthedaytrader9606]

you were supposed to keep the ipad completely turned off during the process did you even do your research before attempting this?

[@patrick071973]

were can i get a jig kit to

[@perrypelican9476]

Anyway, thanks for the excellent video. Side note: the expression "go ahead" as in You can now go ahead and unscrew the screen, can always be left out with no change. You can just say "You can now unscrew the screen". I am a student of the English language and like to go ahead and analyze English as it changes over the decades. There is no right or wrong, just curiosity. Thanks again. I can now risk trying to fix my iPad with much more chance of success.

[@muspherebrah4652]

Sir I accidentally pulled the digitizer cable without unlocking the lock.. Is it still Okey...

[@rbw31873]

thanks for the video ipad is now fixed!

[@rodrigoisproi4582]

I’m 13 and I just fixed my iPad

[@delaruepcf]

Thanks for this very explicit and professional video great job

[@PranishBhaskaran]

Thank you, a great tutorial and could manage to do without much trouble following he steps.

[@Conceptboss]

You definately do not go round the edge breaking glass like that on a screen that only has light cracks. he failed to use his heat gun correctly and should not have used a heat gun in the first place but a hot air station with precise tempretures and nozzle heads. plus if he had tapped the edges just after it was heated the tape would prevent all the broken glass from causing the mess that it did apart from that good video.

[@logitech1417]

I need help, I replaced glass and digitizer and I get nothing. I tried soft boot and it makes a sound every few seconds but nothing on screen please help. Thank you Ray

[@CloggingSweetyG1]

So anyone have any ideas I just got our I pad apart and started to put it back together but the lcd doesn't light up anymore. I did gently wipe it with a microfiber before reconnecting it. Any ideas? Should I try and find a replacement?

[@jonluby9687]

Excellent video. Thank you for all of the detail.

[@ashlleyreyes4900]

Hi i have no sound on my speaker. I already reset the settings. Whats wrong with my ipad?

[@YusufShebo]

i did everything correct and everything working great but the rotation not working ?

[@stabetha]

Awesome video! I had to use a hair dryer, but it worked.

[@athornh]

Great video. Shows everything easily and clearly, thanks!

[@mariah4451]

Such an excellent tutorial. Thank you so much for explaining and demonstrating so thoroughly. I fixed my daughters ipad2 (which required an ipad 3 screen and digitixer for some reason????) and she is over the moon. Thanks again. :-)

[@kashifsyed5443]

Great video! A must watch if you attempt to fix an IPad 3. The difficulty will make your balls sweat though. I appreciate the details he shared in this video.

[@sindrepaulsen9273]

anyone know`s where I can get the hobby knife (17) ?

[@spontaneousdom5589]

I need help, I get the new screen connected and it’s all cleaned out and fixed, but I cannot even swipe to unlock. The home button works, which tells me it’s good and connected but idk why it’s like this.

[@michaelweiss6163]

You did an extremely thorough accurate and excellent job of showing how to do this. It needed to be long because you’ve got people like me who have never tried this willing to try it.

[@angelayala4759]

How do I get the kit

[@mxknpwr]

I broke my connector where the screen cables slide into. Any idea of what I can do to fix it

[@josephbrennan4622]

Fantastic Tutorial sir. ? I have a problem I followed you to the letter ipad was working great just cracked screen so bought one and replaced Now it don't work What have I done wrong PLEASE help????????????

[@kyrkbymannen]

Perfect video. Thanks!

[@dan15k]

Too bad my iPad screen cover thingy is falling off so no issues there!😭

[@rodrigoisproi4582]

Thank you so much for this video. You explained everything so well.

[@caliproper8211]

thank you so much for the info.

[@mrJB-vf7zq]

28:50 ok here’s the part that I couldn’t figure out, these connectors are so much harder to connect then today’s connectors, I can fix apple devices which have the connector that you push in not the ones like these that are illustrated in the video, where you have to slide them in.

[@Gawain53]

Great video. Thanks

[@bethanycormier8905]

My home button isn't working! It was working when I was teasing the digitizer before I took the adhesive off, but now the it's stuck on the home button is not working!

[@KROQER]

+Bethany Cormier hello , hit me il could help you

[@haze42082]

how would you remove permanent marker from an lcd?

[@spicyraj]

you can use acetone or alcohol...goofoff might work but i dont know about it leaving spots on the lcd

[@haze42082]

hey thanks for the response man, I really appreciate it. I bought an lcd with permanent marker on it, pretty dumb. I got rid of it, so it's all good, but again thank you

[@spicyraj]

okay i kinda thought so since you posted the commen a month ago haha

[@bezandros]

Very detailed and easy understood video !!! Thank you very much i might attempt a repair myself :) you've earned a subscriber

[@zale9814]

It is perfect work.

[@miitsu_d]

Perfect tutorial thank you saved me a big repair bill. I missed a step with tucking the cable till it snapped into place and could not get it to close but went back and you covered that too .A1

[@allisoncraig9023]

😊 Allison's Sit iPad

[@crystaldejaegher2774]

This would be helpful if the kit that I bought from iCracked actually contained the home button and mounting bracket as shown. The company refuses to address the issue and has told me to take it up with Amazon--who won't do anything about it.

[@HG-hn3lh]

my ipad screen wont turn on anymore and when I plug it into my computer, it says error and comes up with a code, you know what the problem is ?

[@thisclearconscience]

Thank you so much. Very good explaining. Good Job !!

[@johnwombacher7832]

Why would iCracked have sent me a digitizer for an iPad 4 in my kit for an iPad 3. I am all the way to attaching the new digitizer and have found the one sent has an extra cable on the home button. After two days of calling and sending photos to support they are saying just install it and don’t worry about the extra cable. So strange and a bad experience. Now I will see if it works without an issue.

[@RodknockRhett]

john wombacher The iPad 3 and 4 use the same digitizer. You must’ve got one for a different generation.

[@MuhammadYaseen-vx5hw]

you may have not damage cracked-digitizer such harshly, although it was cracked. If we go to batteries issue then we not want to damage the digitizer like did in this video. good video.

[@ax-wx6ol]

very good video :)

[@angelcastillo8572]

I did the same, but my LCD never turned on again

[@ms2166]

I made it! Thanks!

[@alamed404]

Good job

[@keanuanugerah9318]

Perfeksionis job ....Nice.!

[@ianzenda5944]

I need to repair my iAd because the doe I took it to didn't fix it right and now my screen is broken

[@301german]

Thank yuo for the video

[@angelayala4759]

What if the home button doesn't want to work

[@wasabi50]

thanks, you're the best!

[@richardhicks6977]

Extremely helpful thanks 👍🏿

[@emersonokimoto5019]

my ipad 3 retina have glue on glass and lcd

[@enrikm841]

I followed the video step by step and change the screen flawlessly. But now the iPad keeps turning off by itself. What can I do to solve this issue?

[@briaburris5159]

enrikm841 hey did you ever figure this out I’m experiencing the same thing! 🤦🏽‍♀️

[@jdlweb]

I have never seen anyone destroy a screen during disassembly like this!

[@TheSdzisuaf]

Sadly my thoughts exactly, first of all he should use hair dryer if he's afraid of destroying lcd, secondly put enough heat and the thing almost effortlessly pops out. Thanks for putting vid anyway.