Why You See Ink in Your Broken Screen
If you’ve ever smashed your phone screen, you may have noticed strange black spots on your display that resemble ink. These spots can be worrisome as they may appear to signal lasting damage to your device. But why exactly do you see ink after your screen breaks?
The answer lies in the technology behind modern mobile screens. Most smartphones and tablets use LCD (liquid crystal display) or OLED (organic light-emitting diode) screens. In both cases, the screens are made up of layers of different materials, including a layer of liquid crystals or organic materials, sandwiched between layers of glass or plastic.
When you break your screen, the force of impact causes the glass or plastic layers to crack and separate. This creates gaps or spaces between the layers, and the liquid or organic material inside begins to leak out. This leakage is what creates the appearance of black ink on your screen.
In the case of LCD screens, the black spots are often caused by a layer of liquid crystal material called the polarizer. When this layer is damaged, it can no longer block light in certain areas, leading to black spots on the screen. OLED screens, on the other hand, use organic materials that emit light when an electric current is applied. When these materials leak out after a screen break, they may appear as black spots or streaks.
While the appearance of ink on a broken screen may look worrying, in many cases it doesn’t necessarily mean that your device is ruined. Depending on the severity of the damage, you may still be able to use your device as normal despite the unsightly spots. However, if you’re experiencing other issues with your screen such as dead pixels or total screen failure, it may be time to seek a repair or replacement.
Ultimately, the presence of ink-like spots on your broken screen is simply a byproduct of the way screens are constructed. While it may be unsettling to look at, it doesn’t necessarily mean that your device is beyond repair or replacement. If you’ve experienced a screen break, consider reaching out to a professional repair service or your device manufacturer for advice on next steps.