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!
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 :)
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
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?
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.
my daugter dropped her switch, and the whole screen popped out, including the lcd backlite ribbon cable. This video helped me to dissasemble the switch enough to put all the parts back in place. It's questionable at this point if the screen is actually secured, since there didn't appear to be any adhesive holding it in place. I might have to disassemble again to remedy that. On the plus side, It is fully operational, and no parts were damaged upon impact! amazing.
This is a good video. I bored, on a whim, decided to open my Switch Lite to swap the hardcase out entirely for a clear "Astro Purple" shell and I needed to swap the screen out. I went the full disassemble route with a hairdryer for the screen's adhesive hahah. Now I'm currently repairing a Switch Lite screen for my sister in law...
Hi I replaced both screen and digitizer, there was no double face tape on the screen and the digitizer so I put one installed everything together it works but the touchscreen press by itself, any idea how to fix that? Should I remove the stick tape between the LCD and the Digitizer?
@@imadpola6782 double check the ribbon connector for the digitizer, it’s so short that often times it can get pulled out of its socket. Also check the ribbon for any rips or tears. Those would be the most common reasons for ghost touching.
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
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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
@@Ssargent888 not a whole lot without some serious soldering skills. You could install a modchip. Check out Chase Fournier on TH-cam, he does a few switch hacks!
I don't offer mail in repairs just yet, I'd recommend looking up Chase Fournier, he's another TH-camr and last I saw he does amazing work on mail in devices.
Hey, I have a modded switch lite and I saw some vertical lines on the left end side of the screen and 2-3 more lines showed up and I’m guessing I’ll have to replace the lcd in future. If I ship it to the shop and get it back it may take 20+ days, I just wanna ask can i do it myself ? I am someone who never operated on electronics ever, I don’t know about how wires and other stuff work so can a person like me be able to do it? And can it be done in a day how many hours minimum? Also can I get your Instagram so I can show you how my switch lite screen looks ? That would be helpful. Waiting for your detailed response 🙏
I would not recommend this one to a beginner, not that it isn't possible just that it would be exceptionally frustrating. You have to remove a lot of components to get to the LCD, and then the ribbon connectors for it are very very short and difficult to fully connect. If you were to do it yourself and this is your first time, I would give yourself about 8 hours. If it's a technician working in a shop you'd be looking at about 1-2 hours. I don't offer mail-in repairs just yet, I'd recommend you check out Chase Fournier who is also on TH-cam, he does a great mail-in service with very fast turn around times.
@@TapticDigital I don’t live in the US lol Can I take it to the phone repair shops and ask? Also can I show you how it looks ? I can still play but the few lines on the left side looks unsettling
@@LeonRuiz if it’s already broken, yes. But that still has 30% water so you’ll need to let the device dry for about a day before connecting power back to it. Best to use 90-99%
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.
@YTBUSINESS-021 I don’t offer mail in repairs, but even if I did I bet she would be wondering why you got a Switch in the mail. Call some local phone and computer repair shops nearby!
I don’t offer mail in repairs just yet, I’d recommend looking up Chase Fournier, he also does repairs here on TH-cam and does great with handheld consoles!
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!
I definitely did it the lazy way, but it worked out. It’s a bit frustrating to feed the ribbons through
Hi TapticDigital so my light switch have the same lssuses what is in your video can you see if you can fix it? Pls
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 :)
Glad to hear it!
What size tes tape did you use??
@@SemperFi2416 usually the 2mm or 3mm works best for me
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
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.
@@TapticDigitaldid you get these tools and screen from Amazon or is there a better place to support and buy from
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?
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.
Sounds like either a bad screen, or something isn’t fully connected.
Make sure the ribbons are all the way in, some of them seem to want to stay out about 1 mm.
You broke the connector. They are very fragile on the Lites. I did it too.
Theres supposed to be a OLED mod screen coming out in the future, so im just curious how replacing the screen actually works.
What size tesa tape? My kid broke his today. Need to replace the screen. Thanks
@@BeardedArchery 2mm Tesa tape is probably the most used size in my shop
my daugter dropped her switch, and the whole screen popped out, including the lcd backlite ribbon cable. This video helped me to dissasemble the switch enough to put all the parts back in place. It's questionable at this point if the screen is actually secured, since there didn't appear to be any adhesive holding it in place. I might have to disassemble again to remedy that. On the plus side, It is fully operational, and no parts were damaged upon impact! amazing.
will the issue still come back even if i replace it with a new lcd?
This is a good video. I bored, on a whim, decided to open my Switch Lite to swap the hardcase out entirely for a clear "Astro Purple" shell and I needed to swap the screen out. I went the full disassemble route with a hairdryer for the screen's adhesive hahah. Now I'm currently repairing a Switch Lite screen for my sister in law...
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
Same lol
Hi I replaced both screen and digitizer, there was no double face tape on the screen and the digitizer so I put one installed everything together it works but the touchscreen press by itself, any idea how to fix that? Should I remove the stick tape between the LCD and the Digitizer?
@@imadpola6782 double check the ribbon connector for the digitizer, it’s so short that often times it can get pulled out of its socket. Also check the ribbon for any rips or tears. Those would be the most common reasons for ghost touching.
@ so as you said the two side tape I put has nothing wrong with those accident touches.
Can you repair my ipod
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
Hi. What’s the Amazon link for the LED display? Can you help with the part code ?
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.
Do you need to apply new thermal paste before reassembling the switch?
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
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.
Nope, no adhesive needed there. The pressure of the digitizer will hold the LCD in the shell on its own
Thanks.
@@TapticDigital Yea but won't dust get between the digitizer and screen then?
Hi, what is the liquid you use to loosen the adhesive so that you can remove the screen assembly from the front?
@@ldvids24 isopropyl alcohol, 90% or higher
How to remove stripped screw on my switch lite can't replace my lcd screen because i broke it easily when i dissembling 😢
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
Also what screen did you use. Thanks again.
@@BeardedArchery parts for these can sometimes be hard to come by, really any LCD you can find that compatible with Switch Lite
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.
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.
Thank you sir! It's possible I zapped it but I'll check again@@TapticDigital
good
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
@@Ssargent888 not a whole lot without some serious soldering skills. You could install a modchip. Check out Chase Fournier on TH-cam, he does a few switch hacks!
what is that adhesive you used called? pls reply
@@tatzzip5351 I used Tesa double sided acrylic tape, usually 2mm width.
@@TapticDigital thank you
hey is there a way you can fix mine?
or no?
I don't offer mail in repairs just yet, I'd recommend looking up Chase Fournier, he's another TH-camr and last I saw he does amazing work on mail in devices.
Ok ill just tell you what happened still tho so like the Screen Is Black like idk why it just happened
Where can I get the tesa tape?
I get mine from MobileSentrix but you can find similar tape from many different vendors, even on Amazon.
did you remove the blue film?
Of course, it’s just a scratch protector.
@@TapticDigital ok. thanks
Hey, I have a modded switch lite and I saw some vertical lines on the left end side of the screen and 2-3 more lines showed up and I’m guessing I’ll have to replace the lcd in future.
If I ship it to the shop and get it back it may take 20+ days, I just wanna ask can i do it myself ? I am someone who never operated on electronics ever, I don’t know about how wires and other stuff work so can a person like me be able to do it?
And can it be done in a day how many hours minimum?
Also can I get your Instagram so I can show you how my switch lite screen looks ? That would be helpful. Waiting for your detailed response 🙏
I would not recommend this one to a beginner, not that it isn't possible just that it would be exceptionally frustrating. You have to remove a lot of components to get to the LCD, and then the ribbon connectors for it are very very short and difficult to fully connect. If you were to do it yourself and this is your first time, I would give yourself about 8 hours. If it's a technician working in a shop you'd be looking at about 1-2 hours.
I don't offer mail-in repairs just yet, I'd recommend you check out Chase Fournier who is also on TH-cam, he does a great mail-in service with very fast turn around times.
@@TapticDigital I don’t live in the US lol
Can I take it to the phone repair shops and ask? Also can I show you how it looks ? I can still play but the few lines on the left side looks unsettling
Can you use 70% Isopropyl Alcohol to remove the LCD?
@@LeonRuiz if it’s already broken, yes. But that still has 30% water so you’ll need to let the device dry for about a day before connecting power back to it. Best to use 90-99%
Whats that little adhesive strip from?😊
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.
That’s one heck of a good deal for a Switch Lite!
I don’t want my mom to find out
I would try an repair it, break something else, and then likely get a new one against my better judgement
Can yo fix mine for £20
Can u do this for me plzz
@YTBUSINESS-021 I don’t offer mail in repairs, but even if I did I bet she would be wondering why you got a Switch in the mail. Call some local phone and computer repair shops nearby!
@@TapticDigital okay
Best
Very smoothing Music and voice of yours. But I have decided to buy a new one instead...lol
I don't blame you! The Switch Lite is one of my least favorite repairs, especially the display!
Those scratches on the digitiser would drive me nuts xD Good video though!
@@GeminiNight same here! But I suppose kids will be kids, screen protectors are the best solution though
I’ll send it to you wherever you live
I can’t purchase anything I’m only 14 years old
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. 🙏🏻🥺😞❤️💔🌻
I don’t offer mail in repairs just yet, I’d recommend looking up Chase Fournier, he also does repairs here on TH-cam and does great with handheld consoles!
you sound like zack from JRE
@@acimja thanks, I think we’re both just pretty chill guys
Plzzz
Dude I also broke mine bc of fortnite😭
you should sell your voice :d
@@AshMan-x9w this comment made my day, I’m legitimately gonna be riding this feeling for a while. Thank you so much