How to Install a Nintendo Switch Screen Protector (OLED, Lite, Original) - Switch Basics

[@stewartisme4635]

I bought a broken switch with a shattered screen from someone last week but when I got it home it was just a glass screen protector that had broken lol. Worked totally fine. $70 well spent.

[@JustSumGuy01]

@@leighdappa Their lost

[@historically.imnotreal9623]

@@JustSumGuy01 loss* sorry after 7 months BAHAHAH

[@JustSumGuy01]

@@historically.imnotreal9623 Lose

[@wildfreddyproductions2812]

@@JustSumGuy01 huh

[@achis.mp4]

@@wildfreddyproductions2812 they're loss*

[@esam7461]

Other tips: - have a good lighting to spot the dust on the screen. - use dust removal stickers to remove the extra dust after using the drying wipes - Don’t cheap out on a good screen protector brand - some types come with alignment stickers (or even plastic frames) to help you apply the protector correctly.

[@KDT_Gaming]

Thanks for these really helpful additional tips!

[@bennbutters2578]

The plastic frames are sooo helpful if you can find a pack that comes with one Thanks for the great tips!!

[@Jerbt]

@@bennbutters2578 iVoler is best

[@LavenderAudio]

One thing to note is if you have stubborn air bubbles underneath your protector, sometimes it's not a bad idea to just leave it for a few days. Eventually they'll leak out of tiny imperfections and go on their own, so it's better to have your perfectly applied protector with bubbles and wait rather than wasting a whole pack trying the near impossible.

[@villc.11]

thanks

[@zXDaishiXz]

Anyone remember the old 3DS screen protectors from nintendo? Where it had like a little square you pull off and can press on once you have it aligned then it pulls out the adhesive layer from underneath? I miss that design, it was really cool.

[@zachb4561]

I think that was mainly since they weren't glass, I don't think that idea would work with a rigid glass screen protector. Forgot about these things!

[@SoukaDeezNutz]

Hori makes those. I just put it on my OLED Switch.

[@ActionJaxonH]

Do it in the bathroom, and Steam the shower for 10 minutes prior and during. Make sure mirror is fogged up fully. The moisture causes dust to cling and drop down to the floor rather than float. Use scotch tape to dab screen fully and remove all dust, then do the same for the screen protector on both sides (to prevent dust falling off it when applying). Then peel plastic, throw on the floor and IMMEDIATELY apply. Run finger across middle length to force air out on top and bottom.

[@anggorostrife012]

Well, thats.....new

[@biking7747]

@Dany Henriquez it works 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@Garrysullivanjones]

@@Ecktor water vapor kills valuable terpenes and trichomes

[@muktbobp]

Ty

[@KDT_Gaming]

Even though I don’t have the OLED Switch, this is still a really, really useful and in-depth guide. Thanks much, Zion! Great first video for the Switch Basics series. Also, that Tri-Force Heroes microfibre cloth is lovely. And the plushies made this video a pleasure to watch.

[@KDT_Gaming]

@Northstar Christian Academy 😎 I’m a fan and subscriber to Boko Club Gaming, but I’m not actually Boko Club Gaming! You may have seen me on their “Sub to these channels!” section, though!

[@WillemvanderPijl]

I would advise to remove the joycon before you start pressing down on your switch. You'll damage the joycon or joycon rails if you push too hard. Remove the joycon and let the switch lie flat

[@Passionate_Potato]

Neat. I just got a switch protector that I was planning on installing today. Time to watch this video

[@jamby4802]

I hate putting on screen protectors lol thanks for the tips!

[@BlackBoxBandit]

I took a hot bath while applying my screen protector, the steam keeps dust from rising and sticking to the screen, and now I smell fresh as well!

[@Rusty84CV]

That sounds like a bad way to do it

[@tomasbehrens]

so you took your switch in the tub?

[@aarons7950]

Loved the use of plushies made this an entertaining video!

[@samusismyhero]

I already knew how to do this, but I watch the video anyways because it's Zion. Good Video!

[@Mustang1984]

0:48 30 year old man with a room like that! I love it! It's becoming more normalized to game as the millennial's get older. It's beautiful.

[@purexbox]

Cheers Zion, I just installed a screen protector onto my Tears of the Kingdom OLED - Craig

[@DidoInFlames]

In my country tempered glass for OLED is not sold yet so I've put the original switch non glass protector on my OLED . Not a perfect fit but still decent for a time being

[@vgnvideogameninja2930]

Move from your third world country to a first world, problem solved.

[@henrymagdaleno3893]

Is the screen protector placed on top of the one that's already on the switch?

[@nippysnappyfischl]

thank you for this! such a big help for someone who doesn't have any experience placing a protector on my switch, this tutorial helped me a lot and my switch is dust proof and i placed the protector just right 👍🏻 tysm !

[@SARAMcDade]

Thank you. I tried following another tutorial, but I messed up because the method was not right for me. So I had to re-apply it. Other than a few dust particles doto several reapplying attempts that got on the sticky end of the screen protector (prior to me attempting your method). Your method was easy, helpful, and very effective. Thank you, thank you; so very much.

[@iraplikeyoubreathe]

I installed a screen protector on the new pokemon switch lite the other day, since it was brand new i kept it in the plastic bag until i put the protector on. It worked flawlessly. (It was also a tray applicator, which was super easy)

[@cristrivera]

Great idea👍

[@Unknown-wh6ij]

So is there a way to remove the scratch on the film without removing the film?

[@xx_lillo]

Great video! I did have instructions with my glass protector, but I'm more of a visual learner. I did it perfectly on the first try after watching :D

[@stephenscott9200]

Might be a dumb question but if I place a screen protector on and then take it off at a later stage to replace it, will it pull of the other film underneath it?

[@ActionJaxonH]

No.

[@Phil_Official]

I gave up on this. tried it with two foils and it was either riddled with fingerprints or air bubbles. I tore both foils apart in a flash of rage

[@PickleRick-qi7wp]

I used to apply screen protectors when I sold cell phones so I'm very used to these glass one's but I still manage to mess up the one I put on my base switch 😂😆

[@christiswatching7630]

Any recommendations for any good Oled screen protectors. Apparently a lot of top known brands screen protectors are a bit small for the Oled console. For the people who has one, which one did you get. And does it cover the full screen.

[@makarajester4775]

the problem is, i think i NEED to removed the protective film it came with, today i just realised it got a TINY hole scratch in it and i can't do anything abt it, so is it really fatal if i remove it to apply my own screen protector ?

[@willywheats6016]

Hey guys, so i got a question, i bought a cheap protector because of my budget at the time, never dropped and dont even use handheld mode on my oled and today i was gonna play Resident evil 0 and when i noticed, my screen protector had 2 wierd crack like scratches...why?

[@NickiJ-k3e]

Thank you my screen protector had been broke for probably six months and because the video I changed it out lickety-split no problem now I feel like a pro🎉

[@neiljohndecena7636]

I already applied a screen protector film which was included with my splatoon 3 carrying case to my OLED Switch, can I apply tempered glass on top of it?

[@RatedRLoquender]

I’m sweating! Omg! This was so stressful! Good thing I’m not a surgeon! I think I did an excellent job, thank you very much.

[@uranium2359]

This was very helpful for my OLED screen protector thank you.

[@coryj2071]

Just went threw 3 protectors because I keep messing them up :/

[@Durpeld]

I love this just love this just like your channel

[@Durpeld]

Why did you have to comment this like why I have already have 47 of this shit in 2 months

[@michaeliedon6557]

love the editing! so charming

[@hellsong23]

Someone has been taking notes from Cooking with AiAi...I approve hehe :)

[@hellsong23]

@@shelbyeb8042 Erm...thank you?

[@oscarnexz]

How do I remove the screen protector, i have a big fluff under the screen protector

[@steveo1131]

At Walmart there's a store-branded screen protector you can buy for around seven bucks. It comes with one temper glass screen protector. What's special about it is that the screen protector is in a plastic tray, so all you need to do is clean your switch, take the film off the screen protector, and place the tray over the entire switch. There's a small hole to push down and remove the screen protector from the tray. Fairly simple. I'm not good at putting on screen protectors, it's why I bought it. I highly recommend it if you only have the standard switch model.

[@ekyrosu]

This is kinda late but is it the onn screen protector ?

[@eldankdoge]

​@@ekyrosu definitely is

[@ytown4]

I also use compressed air, dust removal sticker, and plenty of light.

[@rain1676]

I love you

[@SAkURAYOWA]

Another tip if there are some dust, use tape. Lightly dab it to get the dust particle off. This is also effective in removing wipe marks. You can also do it if you accidentally put fingerprints on the sticky side. I would also suggest to peel off only half the plastic rather than removing the whole cover then apply the exposed side and slowly peel it off as you are placing the glass protector. This will help you align the glass protector while minimizing the chances of getting dust on the screen.

[@yosocool12]

Tried to put this screen protector on and there was bubbles and some weird black lines in it and dead ass wasted 16 bucks, Dead heated rn I hate screen protectors

[@TomoeGamingVR]

I just got the screen protector and I think I did mucked up the instruction since it didn't came with it, I wiped with the wet cloth then put the protector on then use the dry cloth, would that damages the switch itself or am I'm good?

[@thomasmuller1425]

As soon as I get a Nintendo Switch Oled, one of the first things I'm gonna definitely gonna do is add a screen protector on it.

[@zXDaishiXz]

Pro tips you can use if you are really bad at aligning is using scotch tape on one side of the machine and attached to the non adhesive side of the screen protector. After you align it nicely this acts like a hinge and falls into place. Also scotch tape is good to recover a screen protector that got hairs, dust, or fingerprints stuck to the adhesive side.

[@sp3lllz]

Weird I literally just put a screen protector on my switch 15 minutes before this went live

[@Gil64x]

Same lol

[@wilberemerson7905]

I messed up abit and it has bubbles in the top left

[@thcovers4873]

Does anyone else get anxiety to the max when trying out one on 🤣

[@melissaholmes4709]

I always get it on perfectly except for one corner of the protector that won't stick. 😢

[@gandalfdengra5580]

Which protector would you recommend for the OLED? Cheers!

[@8BitSkorPO]

Wish y’all could’ve put which screen protector y’all got in the description. Like y’all mentioned, some people probably will be confused and buy either the lite or og switch screen protector by accident

[@ajackson-ross7295]

What screen protector have you got is it glass

[@michaelsellers1510]

I was thinking what if you remove the plastic film that comes pre-installed on the OLED and then put your own screen protector on? Or should I not remove it at all? I was just slightly concerned about the clarity...

[@InnerRise]

No

[@manabjaman6205]

Remove it. Same principle apply when you bought a phone that comes with that plastic screen protector. Did you apply tempered glass on top of plastic protector that comes with the phone?

[@michaelsellers1510]

@@manabjaman6205 No...so it's safe to remove???

[@manabjaman6205]

@@michaelsellers1510 100% safe. Have you see someone who apply tempered glass on top of plastic protector on the phone? Maybe 1%. It's just the same, remove the film on the switch then apply tempered glass

[@Da-iken]

No, There is no reason! Because it will protect (enough fo most situations. It is nearly perfect on the OLED. Nintendo itself say leave them on the OLED. Also a glass protector can make the Switch a bot too big to switch i easy into the Dock like original film.

[@gabriellarmour2076]

I’m annoyed cuz since it says it in the user manual which I didn’t read I removed the screen protector which bothers me now

[@jackwilson2910]

Loving my Oled, guess I’ll sell my Lite as I doubt I’ll use it after getting the Oled yesterday

[@Coolripps]

Is there a specific one you guys would recommend?

[@vaelegoro7782]

If you f it up do you have to buy another protector

[@vaelegoro7782]

Yes

[@jrviade85]

1:39 what game is that???

[@Enigmalake]

@@jrviade85 no one cares. Hahahah 😁

[@stealthassasin22]

Would also recommend turning your shower in your bathroom on and get it steamy, the steam will help with dust particles from filling the air

[@stealthzi7465]

Best tip ever after being a tech geek all my life and owning 1 of everything : use a credit card to make it even when you place it down and your guaranteed no bubbles!

[@athenovae]

JerryRigEverything showed that the OLED screen is plastic tho right??

[@Joeindimension]

Yup, just what I thought, the terror of unveiling the adhesive side....lol

[@PoisonIvy10292]

I litteraly did this first go at my oled good video!

[@Da-iken]

I would not touch the OLED film! And also for the normal Switch it can create problems. For example: the Switch will not "switch" that easy like before into the dock. And for outdoor you can use a Switch bag. But for the Switch Lite of course it is woth imo.

[@okenuth]

Where was this a week ago

[@Themami_show]

Thank you so much for helping me bro I appreciate that alot

[@Sambeck63]

1:35 So, I should remove it?

[@ShiivaWilding]

That's not a great way to apply a screen protector, and I do it for a living: - You want to remove a tiny corner of the film so you have purchase, then flip it over so when the film is off, it's not facing up for particles to land on. - Then you want to allign one side with the edge of the screen, let the rest of the protector fall into place, before running your index finger horizontally across it with moderate force (immediately, don't waste time on this part). - This causes the protector to bend in the middle, and because it's adhesive, it creates a very tight seal that will naturally push all the air out from under the protector. Basically once you run your finger across the middle of it, the whole thing will stick itself down without any issues whatsoever. The way Zion is doing it might get you a good result, 'might' being the optimal word here, but follow my way and it'll be perfect every time and take half as long to fit, and I fit around two dozen iPhone, iPad, Kindle, WiiU and Switch protectors a week. But a word of caution: ALWAYS RUN IT ALONG THE LONGEST EDGE... which for the Switch is horizontally. For other devices you need to do it vertically, or horizontally if you turn them first, because you want the pocket of air to have as little contact with the screen, and for the adhesive to have the shortest distance it needs to travel. Not dunking on Zion, he's a great presenter, but this is a little misinformed.

[@Generik97]

In hindsight I should have gotten a screen protector but I do plan on eventually upgrading to the OLED model so when I do I will probably get a screen protector

[@charlsonmanongsong5032]

Please make a video about green tint on nintendo oled

[@TheMadSicilian]

Putting a screen protector on a Nintendo Switch: THE 2021 REMAKE

[@LunaLovegood2025]

Quick question do u use two screan Procters for The oled in the video it looks you are using two

[@amberm508]

I loved Kazooie in this video

[@Im_iadneT]

Thanks for the advice 😃 👍

[@amberm508]

“Your daily Nintendo life” I see what you did there

[@DanielMisner]

I don't need these but I love these

[@darkwale9717]

If you don't want to use rubber gloves, besides washing your hands, I find that using a hand sanitizer with alcohol dries the hands out causing less chance of oils hitting the protector.

[@MoisesRosado-s8f]

I get nervous putting these on lol I have neuropathy so you can imagine what I go through ty 😜

[@furiousdestroyah9999]

When you use the microfiber cloth that comes with the protector, you put the protector on and you see tiny parts of the cloth all over the screen 💀

[@Zelinkondorf]

I actually applied my by pressing the middle and it wa a clean application

[@D4nkfury]

I have an extra screen protector for the original model, is it possible to fit on the OLED? I know it has notches inthe display unlike the OLED but is it still the same overall size? I dont kknow where it is at the moment and wanna know if I should waste my time looking or not

[@Hmm00]

Why did he put 2 screen protector

[@wesley6571]

I bought a 2 pack a couple weeks ago for my new OLED and now they're both in the bin despite my best efforts.

[@Rusty84CV]

Don't listen to the comments suggesting doing it in the bathroom with the bath running hot, this sounds like a bad idea, it is an electrical device after all.

[@officertenpenny9792]

Don't do it right next to the water, the idea is that the steam keeps the dust on the ground amd not floating in the air

[@Rusty84CV]

@@officertenpenny9792 that steams just gonna get all up in the vents which can't be good for the system.

[@taikuxie2408]

zion you are good ideas.

[@ModsOnSteamDeck]

if it wasnt for this video i would have put it on the back of the switch.

[@smashfan2023]

I need to do things myself sometimes

[@bornGmE]

I can never do it 😢😢

[@rambo_ando]

AT&T sell games???

[@magnus00125]

we all thought the oled would be the pro lol what a small upgrade

[@runNthings]

Remove the joycons, makes it easier

[@officertenpenny9792]

Instructions unclear, broke my switch lite

[@marymartin9775]

It help me thank you

[@humberto022]

How to turn on your switch video please 👍

[@requiem165]

Amazing

[@TheRandomfudge1337]

thanks

[@captainsomeister]

Cool tip

[@TucBroder]

What I learned from this video: Screen protectors are not worth the hazzle.

[@MSGSlayer1]

Another way to avoid dust is to lock yourself in the bathroom and leave the hot water running in the tub. I do this with every console I add a screen to.

[@rj6782]

Just put a table outside and apply it there, no need for a shower. U remove all dust this way in the enviroment.

[@Evryday_Gaming]

Installed my Oled screen protector with no bubbles it was rather easy don't do it the way in this video lmao not hating or nothing bro but I have OCD those bubbles you had would have drove me insane.

[@mayzilla1174]

So basically you put a screen protector over a Switch Oled screen protector.....got it 👍

[@superlbc]

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