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Home»How To»iOS»How to Fix Black Spot on iPhone Screen

How to Fix Black Spot on iPhone Screen

Grishma GhaleBy Grishma GhaleNovember 16, 2022
black spot on iphone screen

If you notice a black spot on your iPhone, the first step is to observe its size and location on the screen. If it’s relatively small, there are chances that it might go away on its own. Then, also check if the black spot is gradually growing. Does your iPhone sense the touch in those areas?

Issues like these are usually due to hardware damage on the touchscreen. More specifically, there can be damage to the LCD screen. Nevertheless, let’s figure out more about the issue and explore possible solutions for it. 

Table of Contents

  • Why is There a Black Spot on iPhone?
    • Dead or Stuck Pixels 
    • Physical Damage to LCD Screen
  • Don’ts of Fixing Black Spot on iPhone 
  • How to Fix Black Spot on iPhone Screen?
  • Before Taking Your Phone in for Repair

Why is There a Black Spot on iPhone?

When you see a black spot or area on your iPhone, the reason usually comes down to its display. The causes are related a lot more towards hardware issues. Let’s look at the related causes in detail: 

Dead or Stuck Pixels 

Since your screen is made up of pixels, a black spot is most likely because some pixels in a specific area have failed to work. These dead pixels can be due to a defect in the phone, physical damage, or issues with the battery. In most cases, it’s impossible to fix the dead pixels on your screen by yourself. 

On the other hand, the pixels can also be just stuck instead of being dead. This is comparatively a less severe case as it only means that the pixels are stuck in one color tone. In another case, stuck pixels can also mean that they’re simply not working or synergizing properly. You might either see black parts or colored glitchy parts. 

Physical Damage to LCD Screen

If your phone has recently suffered severe fall damage, dirt/debris, condensation, or water damage, chances are your LCD screen is damaged. There can be obstacles blocking the backlight or a damaged backlight can also cause a black area to appear. 

Damaged-Phone-Screen

Don’ts of Fixing Black Spot on iPhone 

Before we move on to the fixes, here are some don’ts to be cautious of that can further damage your phone:
  • Don’t press or apply pressure to the affected spots on your screen. This can increase the number of dead pixels, making the spot larger. 
  • Don’t keep your phone out in the sun. Accumulated heat inside your phone can cause permanent damage. 
  • Don’t use sharp objects to clean or remove the black spots. 
  • Don’t keep your iPhone inside a bag of rice. 
  • Don’t use any creams or liquid items on your phone. 

How to Fix Black Spot on iPhone Screen?

Unfortunately, it’s not easy to manually fix serious hardware problems on your devices. This is because we’ll need special tools and equipment to open up the phone and properly fix the internal components. 

But even with that, the black spots are usually a permanent defect, and the only solution left will be to repair it professionally or replace your screen or the device at an Apple store. If you have AppleCare, you might have an easier time getting your iPhone screen repaired. Even if you don’t, you can always contact Apple Support and request a repair session.

In the meantime, you can try some harmless fixes as well. 

  1. You can turn off iPhone using the buttons and then turn it back on. 
  2. If you have a screen protector, it’s best to take it out and check if the protector is damaged instead of your screen. 
    Take-off-Phone's-Screen-Protector
  3. If there are extra dirt or debris particles, you can clean the screen safely using a microfiber cloth. 
    Clean-Phone-with-Microfiber-Cloth
  4. If the touch function is not working at all, you can also try using Siri to navigate through the settings. 
    Open-Settings-from-Siri

Before Taking Your Phone in for Repair

Prior to repairing your iPhone professionally, there is one thing to consider. Since your data will be at risk, the best preventive measure is to fully back up your iPhone. One of the ways you can back up your phone when the screen is not working is via iTunes on a PC. Here are the exact steps for it:

  1. Plug your iPhone to your computer using your lightning cable. 
    Connect-iPhone-with-lightning-Cable
  2. If it’s possible, tap on the Trust option on your iPhone. If you’ve previously selected this option, you won’t need to do it again. 
  3. On your PC, launch iTunes and click on Devices. 
  4. Go to Summary. 
    iPhone-iTunes-Summary
  5. Check the Backups section and select This computer. 
  6. Select the Back Up Now option. 
    itunes-iPhone-Backup-on-this-computer
  7. Finally, click Done. 
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Grishma Ghale
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As a veteran Apple user, Grishma Ghale is a fan of its products and loves to write about anything iOS/macOS. Besides that, she also writes about other platforms she enjoys, like Windows, Netflix and other productivity software. At TechNewsToday, she tests with multiple Apple or Windows devices and software to write about only the verified solutions for your ease. She has a total of 7 years of experience as a Content Writer/Editor and a Master's Degree in Literature under her belt. It was around 3 years ago that she ventured into learning and writing about Tech. It's because she believes it's almost a necessity, given our relationship with technology today. During leisurely hours, she indulges in afternoon tea while writing poems and short stories, journaling, and reading books. She’s also a coffee lover, a croissant connoisseur, and a singer - a self-proclaimed one of course. You can contact her at grishma@technewstoday.com

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