Replacing Your Huawei Cell Phone's LCD Screen
Huawei has been providing telecommunications services and equipment to consumers for over 30 years. Many of their products are smartphones that use LCD screens to render images and allow you to run apps. If your phone's LCD display is cracked or not working as intended, knowing what replacement parts are available to you, how they function, and how to install them may help you narrow your search and find what you need.
What are the parts of a cell phone display?Your smartphone's screen consists of several components that work together in layers. Some of these components are visible to you while others are not. The LCD screen on your phone may retain some of its functionality even if one part is broken, but you may need to replace both layers to return the device to its full potential. A mobile screen's most common parts include:
- Digitizer - The digitizer and the glass are combined with adhesive and may appear to be a single layer. This part allows you to interact with your smartphone's screen via touch. You can use it to run apps or access the phone's features.
- LCD panel - The LCD panel is underneath the digitizer. The LCD may consist of several layers that are fused together, depending on the phone model you own.
- Circuitry - Some replacement LCD touchscreen parts will include the circuits your phone needs to display images and send signals to the camera.
The precise steps for replacing your phone's screen may depend on the specific mobile phone you own. However, you may be able to complete the process using these general guidelines:
- Remove the back - Turn the Huawei phone off and unscrew the back panel.
- Disconnect the battery - Unplug the antenna cable and unscrew the metal plate next to the battery. You can now disconnect the battery's connector.
- Unplug the cables - You can unscrew the motherboard and disconnect both its flex cable and the one leading to the power buttons. Take out the LCD flex cable and remove the cameras and motherboard.
- Separate the layers - Use a prying tool to separate the front part of the screen from the back. This allows you to remove and replace damaged layers as necessary.
- Replace the screen - Remove the faulty parts from your phone's LCD display and insert the new ones before reassembling the Huawei mobile phone.
You may find these tips helpful in maintaining the new screen:
- Light pressure - Most digitizers are very sensitive and only need light pressure to activate.
- Direct sunlight - Your cell phone's display has a thin liquid layer that you should protect from direct sunlight.
- Clean it - You may wish to use a microfiber cloth to clean the phone LCD screen.