Just turned on my Mac Book, have a very fine hairline going from the right bottom corner of the screen all the way to the top left corner. Part of my folders are invisible and a part of my right hand side display is black. The bottom is double and flashing. Picture attached. Any body know what it is and what I need to do?
hairline on display
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Hello and welcome.
Unfortunately, that is a cracked screen. It looks like the "impact" point is in the lower right corner. You will need a hardware clamshell/screen replacement, which is not covered by AppleCare. I would recommend taking it to an Apple Store for further diagnosis and a repair cost quote.
Sorry for the bead news,
C
Unfortunately, that is a cracked screen. It looks like the "impact" point is in the lower right corner. You will need a hardware clamshell/screen replacement, which is not covered by AppleCare. I would recommend taking it to an Apple Store for further diagnosis and a repair cost quote.
Sorry for the bead news,
C
I had a bad feeeling I would not like the news. OK to work with it for a few days or turn it off until repaired? I am down in Florida on vacation and would prefer to have it repaired once I get back home.
Thanks so much by the way! I really appreciate your quick response!!
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No worries...wish it were better news.
It should be OK to use as is, but movement of the display could worsen the situation and make it unusable. It shouldn't be a hazard, but you never know. I would power it off when not in use.
Enjoy your vacation,
C
It should be OK to use as is, but movement of the display could worsen the situation and make it unusable. It shouldn't be a hazard, but you never know. I would power it off when not in use.
Enjoy your vacation,
C