Did your tablet take a fall and now the screen is cracked? You have probably searched how to fix it yourself, so let us start with the honest truth: a cracked tablet screen cannot be patched, glued, or fixed with toothpaste. The real fix is a new screen, and that is exactly what we do. This cracked tablet screen repair guide explains what is actually broken, why the home tricks do not work, and what it costs to make your tablet look and work like new again, on every brand. If the touch has stopped working since the crack, read on, because that part is more urgent. We fix cracked screens on every tablet brand; see all our tablet repair services.
No, and we want to be straight with you so you do not waste time or money. Once the screen glass is cracked, it cannot be un-cracked. There is no paste, glue, or home trick that mends broken glass. The honest fix is a new screen.
If your tablet screen is cracked and the touch has stopped responding, this is the most urgent kind of crack, and you should act soon. The crack has damaged the touch layer, and waiting only makes it worse.
Not all cracks are the same, and knowing the difference helps you understand the repair. A tablet screen has two main layers, and which one is damaged affects the fix.
The top glass is cracked but the picture underneath still looks normal and the touch works. This is the simplest case, and a new screen makes it perfect again.
If you see black blotches, colored lines, a spreading ink-like stain, or part of the picture is dead, the display under the glass is damaged too. People search for this as the screen being cracked inside, or broken but not cracked on the surface. It costs a little more because both layers need replacing, but we fix it just the same.
At the free check, we look at whether the glass, the touch, and the picture are each working. Then we tell you exactly what your tablet needs and what it costs, with no guessing.
This is worth saying plainly, because many people hope a crack can be smoothed or sealed. A tablet screen is one sealed panel of glass and picture layers built as a single piece. When it cracks, there is nothing inside to mend. The honest and only real fix is to replace the whole screen with a new one. This is the same truth we tell on our cracked screen repair page for phones: screens get replaced, not patched.
A replacement screen is a normal, affordable part, and fitting it makes your tablet look brand new. The skill in cracked tablet screen repair is opening the sealed tablet, removing the broken screen cleanly, and fitting the new one without harming the rest. That is what we do every day.
It is tempting to keep using a tablet that still mostly works, but a cracked screen only gets worse, and here is why waiting costs you more.
Every tap and bump pushes the crack further. A small corner crack can spread across the whole screen, turning a cheap fix into a bigger one.
As covered above, a crack damages the touch layer and can reach the display. The longer you wait, the more likely the touch dies completely or the picture fails.
Cracked glass can cut your finger, and the gaps let dust and moisture inside, which can damage more parts. Fixing it sooner protects the rest of the tablet.
Whatever tablet you dropped, we can fit a new screen. Here are the brands we see most.
Lenovo tablets are one of the most common cracked screens we repair, along with Samsung Galaxy Tab and Amazon Fire tablets. Each has its own screen, and we match the right one for your model. For full Samsung tablet service, see our Samsung Galaxy Tab repair page.
We also replace cracked screens on Apple iPads, Walmart Onn tablets, and other brands. Bring yours in, and we will identify the exact screen it needs. If your brand is not listed, just ask. For iPad screens, visit our iPad repair page. For Surface tablets, see Microsoft Surface repair.
The price depends on your tablet and whether only the glass or the display too is damaged. The check is free, and you approve the cost before any work. Here is a general guide.
| Repair | What It Covers | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| Free check | Find out what is broken and quote your model | $0 |
| Glass-only screen replacement | Cracked glass, picture and touch still good | $79 to $149 |
| Full screen replacement (glass plus display) | Cracked inside, lines, or dead picture | $129 to $229 |
| Premium or large tablet screen | High-end or big tablets, some iPads | $149 to $299 and up |
| Less common brands | Quoted by model at the free check | Ask us |
For the exact price on your tablet, call (703) 594-9339 or request a quote online.
Usually yes, especially on a tablet that is otherwise working well. A new screen costs far less than a new tablet, and you keep all your apps and files. For a very cheap or very old tablet, we will give you the honest math at the free check and let you decide. We never push a repair that is not worth it.
No. A screen replacement does not touch your storage. Your apps, photos, accounts, and settings stay exactly as they are. We only replace the screen, and the tablet comes back just as you left it, with clear glass again.
And if your tablet has more than one problem after a drop, we can sort it all at once. A fall can crack the screen and also loosen the charging port, or you may notice the battery is worn out too. We check everything at the free visit so you leave with a tablet that works fully, not just one fixed part. If you are ever worried about files on a damaged device, see our data recovery page.
We will be honest about this, because DIY screen kits are sold online and they tempt people. A tablet screen is one of the harder repairs to do well.
The screen is glued into a sealed tablet, so opening it without cracking the new screen or breaking clips is tricky. The touch cable is delicate and easy to tear. Buying the right screen for your exact model is also hard, and the wrong one will not fit. We see a lot of tablets that cost more to fix after a DIY try went wrong.
Our repair uses the correct screen for your model, fitted by people who do it every day, and it comes with a warranty. The free check costs nothing, so you can find out the price with no risk.
Most cracked tablet screen jobs are done the same day if your screen is in stock.
Can you fix a cracked tablet screen without replacing it?
No. Once the glass is cracked, it cannot be mended, smoothed, or glued back together. The only real fix is a new screen. Tricks like toothpaste, nail polish, or a screen protector over the crack hide it for a day but do not repair it, and the screen usually gets worse. A replacement screen is affordable and makes the tablet like new.
Does toothpaste really fix a cracked tablet screen?
No, that is a myth. At most, toothpaste can lightly buff a shallow scratch in plastic, and even that is risky. It cannot mend cracked glass or fix a damaged display. Save your time and get a real screen replacement, which is more affordable than most people expect.
My tablet touch screen stopped working after the crack. Can you fix it?
Yes, and you should act soon. The crack usually damages the touch layer under the glass, called the digitizer, which is why touch goes dead or jumpy. A new screen restores the touch. The longer you wait, the more likely the touch fails completely, so bring it in soon.
How much does cracked tablet screen repair cost?
A glass-only screen replacement runs $79 to $149, and a full screen with a damaged display is $129 to $229. Premium and large tablets, including some iPads, run $149 to $299 and up. The check is free, and you approve the exact price for your model before any work. Get a free quote or call (703) 594-9339.
My screen is cracked inside with black blotches. What does that mean?
The black blotches or spreading stain mean the display under the glass is damaged, not just the top glass. People call this cracked inside. It needs both layers replaced, so it costs a little more than a glass-only fix, but we repair it just the same. The free check tells you exactly which kind you have.
Is it worth repairing a cracked tablet screen?
Usually yes. A new screen costs far less than a new tablet, and you keep all your apps and files. For a very old or very cheap tablet, we give you the honest math at the free check and let you decide. We never push a repair that is not worth it.
Will I lose my photos and apps when the screen is replaced?
No. The screen and your storage are separate. Your photos, apps, and settings stay exactly as they are. We only replace the screen, and the tablet comes back just as you left it, with clear glass.
What tablet brands do you repair?
All the major ones: Lenovo, Samsung Galaxy Tab, Amazon Fire, Apple iPad, Walmart Onn, and more. Each has its own screen, and we match the right one for your model. Whatever brand you have, bring it in for a free check. See our tablet repair page for every brand we service.
Do not waste time on toothpaste or tape, and do not keep tapping a cracked screen until the touch dies. Our cracked tablet screen repair service fits a new screen for every brand, from Lenovo and Samsung to Amazon Fire and iPad, and your apps and photos stay safe. If the touch has already stopped working, come in soon. Call (703) 594-9339, request a quote, or contact us to bring your tablet in today for a free check. 30-day warranty on every screen. Trusted by 443+ reviewers since 2013.
