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How to get rid of factory applied laptop stickers? (lemmy.ml)
submitted 2 years ago* by to c/asklemmy@lemmy.ml
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Hi, I got a used laptop from an family member. It did have this this annoying sticker on it (see picture). Apparently for years already.

So, how can I remove it without scratching the metal body or leaving residue behind?

Edit: Having some problems with picture upload, but here's a similar photo for reference: https://i.ytimg.com/vi/jDV7-ehqF38/maxresdefault.jpg

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[โ€“] 9 points 2 years ago (3 children)

Heat. Not a lot. But heat. Line a blow dryer.

Then an exacto knife to separate the adhesive from the plastic/metal.

Then googone to clean.

Then alcohol wipes to finish.

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  • [โ€“] 3 points 2 years ago (1 child)

    A heat gun is also inexpensive and very useful. 3M mount you need to remove (and/or reuse)? Heat gun. Sticker? Heat gun. Frazzled threads on clothes? Heat gun. No time to properly blow dry? Heat gun! (the last one is a joke, don't do that).

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