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How to remove stripped laptop screw? (slrpnk.net)

submitted 1 month ago* (last edited 1 month ago) by countrypunk@slrpnk.net to c/right2repair@discuss.tchncs.de

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I stripped this screw in my laptop and as such can't open the back cover to replace parts.

Things I've tried: -Different size/type screwdrivers -Rubber band -Hammer -Hot glue gun

Edit: got it unsuck. Thanks everyone for the advice

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[-] countrypunk@slrpnk.net 2 points 1 month ago

It is filled with glue but I put it in after I stripped it to help with traction but it didn't help

[-] Grumpydaddy@lemmy.world 2 points 1 month ago

I think you want the screwdriver to seat as far down as possible so I would recommend you dig out the glue

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