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Intro History: How to Fix “Staingate” on Apple MacBook Displays

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Introduction
“StainGate” on Apple MacBooks is when the anti-reflective coating on certain models of MacbooksMacBooks, over time starts to delaminate and wears off, which causes a stain-like appearance that is noticeable when the screen is off, on a low brightness setting, or when sunlight is hitting the screen, which makescan make it very distracting. StainGate on Macbooks are a very widespread issue, and many people are replacing the screen or even the entire Macbook because of it. This guide will fix the StainGate issue and make the screen look brand new.
Conclusion
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
StainGate should not occur again as long as you install a reputable screen protector afterwards.