Google Pixel 10 Screen Replacement - Google Pixel 10

Step 1 | Prepare your Pixel for disassembly

Lower the battery level to below 25%, as a charged lithium-ion battery can ignite during repair.

Disconnect all cables.
Powder down your phone completely.

Step 2 | Cracked glass preparation

Glass shards can cause injury or complicate disassembly.

Apply non-overlapping strips of packing tape to the cracked screen until fully covered, containing the glass and allowing a suction cup to stick.
A single strip of tape must be applied across the top edge, sufficient for a suction cup to fit, without adhering to the frame.

Wear safety glasses to protect your eyes from potential debris during the repair.

Step 3 | Heat the screen

Improper heating can damage the display and battery — follow linked instructions.

Apply heat to the entire screen until almost too hot to touch using a hair dryer, heat gun, or heat pad.
For a heat pad, set it to 60° C (140° F) and apply to the phone screen side down for 10 minutes.

The adhesive is softened when heated, making it easier to separate the screen from the frame.

Step 4 | Apply a suction handle

Apply a suction handle to the center of the screen's top edge, as close to the edge as possible.

Step 5 | Insert an opening pick

Insert an opening pick slowly and carefully.

Reheat the screen if it feels stuck, then try again.
Pull up on the suction handle with strong, steady force to create a gap between the screen and frame.
Insert the tip of the opening pick completely under the screen.

Only insert the pick slightly (a few millimeters) to avoid damaging the front camera.

Step 6 | Separate the screen adhesive

Insert an opening pick at one end of the top edge and slide it along the entire length to break the adhesive bond.

Step 7

Continue sliding the pick around the perimeter of the screen until all adhesive has been separated.

Leave picks inserted at the corners to prevent the adhesive from re-sealing.
If the screen feels stuck, reheat it as needed.

Do not attempt to fully remove the screen yet, as it is still connected by a ribbon cable.

Step 8 | Prop up the screen

Flip the top edge of the screen over the bottom edge.

Use a suction handle or a sturdy object to prop it up.
This will give you access to the screen cable connector.

If the screen still feels stuck, use an opening pick and carefully remove any remaining adhesive from around the perimeter.

Step 9 | Remove the screen cable bracket

Push the screen cable bracket release clip with the flat end of a spudger.
The clip will release; remove the bracket.

Step 10 | Disconnect the screen

Use a spudger to gently pry up the screen cable press connector.

Pry the connector upwards with the tip of the spudger until it releases.
Carefully disconnect the screen cable from the motherboard.

Step 11 | Peel up the screen cable

Hold the screen cable near its connector and carefully pry it loose.

If removal is difficult, use a hair dryer or heat gun to apply gentle heat to the cable.

Step 12 | Remove the screen

Remove the screen.

Step 13 | Clean the frame

Remove all old adhesive from the frame.

Carefully scrape off remaining adhesive with a tool or scraper.
Inspect the frame to ensure it is completely clean and free of debris.

A clean frame ensures proper adhesion for your new screen.

Step 14

Removing old screen adhesive can be time-consuming and requires care.

Use the point of a spudger to roll and scrape away all old adhesive from the frame.
Aim to form a ball of adhesive, making removal easier.

Step 15

Wrap a microfiber or lint-free cloth around a spudger.

Apply one drop of high-concentration (>90%) isopropyl alcohol to the end.
Use the spudger to clean up all remaining adhesive residue from the frame, adding more drops as needed.
Let the alcohol dry completely before proceeding.

Step 16 | Orient the adhesive

Check if replacement screen has pre-installed adhesive around perimeter.

If yes, skip down nine steps.
If not, proceed with installing new screen adhesive on frame.

Incorrect application of adhesive requires restarting with new adhesive.

Hold adhesive above frame to determine its orientation.

Use cutouts in liner and contours of adhesive for visualization.
Confirm correct positioning before applying adhesive.

Step 17 | Tape the screen cable down

Secure the screen cable to the device frame using a small amount of taping, ensuring the adhesive area remains uncovered.

Step 18 | Apply the adhesive

Peel up the lower half of the clear liner to expose the adhesive. Do not fully remove the liner yet.

Step 19

Take your time when aligning the adhesive with the frame as it's very sticky and can't be moved once applied.

Lay the exposed bottom edge of the adhesive onto the frame with the larger, clear liner folded towards the top of the phone.
Use the lip of the frame to help align the adhesive.
Gently press down on the top corners to secure the adhesive once properly aligned.

Step 20

Press the remaining adhesive onto the frame, peeling away the large liner slowly.

Step 21 | Secure the adhesive

Press the screen adhesive firmly onto the phone's frame using a spudger.

Step 22 | Remove the larger liner

Peel the large colored liner from the cutout near the top edge.

If adhesive peels up, check for proper placement with a spudger. If it continues to peel, press down with the point of your spudger.

Step 23

Press down firmly on the screen adhesive using a spudger

Step 24 | Remove the tape

Remove the tape holding down the screen cable.

Step 25 | Remove the cable adhesive

Careful handling is crucial to prevent damaging the screen cable.

Identify and remove old adhesive (if present) with a spudger near the cable connector on the back of the screen.
Be cautious not to damage the screen cable or its connector during removal.

Step 26 | Check for plastic liners on the screen

Remove various protective liners and tape from the underside of your replacement screen.

Check carefully for different pieces at various locations on your screen.

Do not remove the screen cable adhesive liner near the bottom of the screen yet.

Leave liners near the front facing camera cutout and bottom edge of the screen intact for now.

Look for liners with pull tabs to identify them easily.

Step 27 | Remove screen liners

The exposed back of the screen is extremely delicate and prone to damage.

Remove the plastic liners and tape using your fingers or a pair of tweezers.

Step 28 | Prop up the screen

Propping the screen with a sturdy object allows for safe reconnection of its cable.

Use a heavy book or similar item to hold the screen in place.
Orient the screen so it will return to its correct position when released.

Step 29 | Connect the screen

Reconnect the press connector by looping the screen cable around.

Press down gently on one side of the connector with your fingers.
Then press down firmly on the other side to secure it in place.

Step 30 | Install the bracket

Insert the small arm of the screen cable bracket into its slot next to the connector.

Press down on the bracket and slide it into place, ensuring the outer edge securely hooks in, until you hear a click.

Step 31 | Secure the screen cable

Remove the plastic liner from the screen.

Press the screen cable firmly into its designated spot above the connector.
This will secure the cable in place to the screen.

Step 32 | Remove the remaining liners

Flip the screen down and position it above the frame.

Ensure any remaining liners are removed from both the frame and the underside of the screen
Remove all adhesive liners.

Step 33 | Install the new screen

Push the screen firmly onto the frame.

Step 34

Hold your phone firmly around the perimeter to secure the adhesive bond.

For a stronger bond, stack books on the back glass or use screen vise clamps.
Lay the phone screen-side up on a clean, flat surface before powering it on for the first time.
Remove the plastic liner from the screen carefully, avoiding any contact with the phone.

Make sure nothing touches the phone during liner removal (fingers, protectors, or cases).

Follow specific instructions on the adhesive liner's packaging if provided.