How to Apply New Screen Adhesive in Your Google Pixel 8 Pro - Google Pixel 8 Pro

Step 1 | Remove the old adhesive from the frame

Remove all old screen adhesive and its residue for new adhesive to seal properly.

Use the flat end of a spudger to scrape off old screen adhesive around phone's perimeter.
If needed, apply a few drops of highly-concentrated isopropyl alcohol (90% or higher) and try again.

Be extremely careful not to damage the spring contacts during this process.

Step 2 | Remove the old adhesive residue

Apply highly-concentrated isopropyl alcohol (90% or higher) to any remaining adhesive residue on the frame.

Use a microfiber cloth or lint-free cloth to wipe away the solvent.
If necessary, wrap the microfiber cloth around a spudger and use it to scrape off stubborn residue.

Step 3 | Remove the old adhesive from the screen

Ignore this step if replacing the screen.

Re-run the cleaning process to eliminate remaining adhesive and debris around the screen's edges.

Step 4 | Align the adhesive

Align the adhesive sheet with the clear liner facing downwards.

Place the adhesive sheet over your phone to check its orientation.

Note that there is a large cutout on the left side for the cable, and smaller cutouts along the bottom for the spring contacts.

Step 5 | Remove the clear liner

Remove larger clear liner from the back of the sheet.

Step 6 | Place the adhesive

Careful positioning is crucial during this step — incorrect placement will necessitate redoing with new adhesive.

Place the bottom edge of the adhesive onto the frame, using its lip for guidance.
Press down gently to secure the bottom corners and carefully lay the rest of the sheet in place.

Step 7 | Secure the adhesive

Do not remove liners until the adhesive is securely attached.

Press down firmly on the adhesive with a spudger, then slide it around the frame's perimeter.
Beware of spring contacts near the phone's edges — damage can occur if they are not carefully avoided.

Step 8 | Remove the larger blue liner

Gently lift the blue liner using the pull tab, but if any adhesive comes up, press it back down and use the flat end of a spudger to secure it.

Pry up the blue liner using the pull tab.
If adhesive is pulled up, press it back down and use a spudger's flat end to secure it.

Step 9 | Reconnect the screen

Press the screen cable press connector firmly until it clicks into place.

Reattach the screen cable cover to prevent dust and moisture from entering the device.

Step 10 | Remove the remaining blue liners

Prop up the screen using a small box or stack of books.

Remove the blue liners from the upper right edge using the two pull tabs.
If adhesive peels with liner, gently lay back and secure with spudger's flat end.

Step 11 | Position the front camera

Check that the front facing camera is securely seated in its recess.

If replacing the screen, verify the correct alignment of the camera hole and sensor cutout.
Remove any remaining liners from the replacement screen's camera hole and sensor cutout.

Step 12 | Secure the screen

Secure the screen by pressing firmly into the frame.

The clips will "pop" into place when secured correctly.
Apply firm pressure around the perimeter of the screen to set the new adhesive.

Step 13 | Strengthen the adhesive bond

Ensure even pressure on the screen by accounting for the rear camera bump.

Lay the phone, screen side down, on a clean surface.
Protect the rear cover with tape around the perimeter.
Place objects (e.g., coins) thicker than the camera bump along the back cover edges.

Avoid overpressing, which may damage the phone or screen.

Stack heavy objects, such as books, and leave them on the phone for at least 30 minutes. Ideally, leave overnight to ensure proper adhesion.