Replacement of protective glass on Xiaomi Mi 10: full instructions with photos and videos

Cracked or detached glass on Xiaomi Mi 10 is a problem that many owners face after 2-3 years of use. Even the original factory coating loses adhesion over time, and after falls or bumps requires a complete replacement. But don’t rush to bring the phone to the service: with the right approach, you can glue the new glass yourself, saving up to 70% of the cost of repair.

In this article, we've taken a step-by-step algorithm from preparation to final polishing, tested materials (including the original LOCA glue analogues), and analyzed the typical errors that cause the glass to fall off after a week. We've taken into account the design features of the Mi 10 (including the curved edge variant of the Mi 10 Pro) and tested 3 gluing methods, from budget to professional.

⚠️ Critical warning: if the glass is pressed or bubbles are visible under it after replacement, it is a sign of improperly selected glue viscosity or insufficient pressure when pressing. 90% of the time the problem is solved only by re-patching.

1. Which glass to choose for Xiaomi Mi 10: original vs analogues

The first step is to select the glass itself, and there are 4 main types on the market:

• 🔹 Original Xiaomi Glass (Article) MB-J1001): It perfectly repeats the curves of the screen, but costs from 2500₽ And it requires professional glue. LOCA. Suitable for Mi 10 and Mi 10 Pro.
• 🔹 Analogues with 3D-Edge (Nillkin, Spigen, Whitestone brands): cheaper (1200-1800₽), but often thinner than the original 0.1-0.2 mm, which makes installation more difficult.
• 🔹 Flat glass (without glass) 3D): They only cover the center of the screen, leaving the edges unprotected.₽, But they only work as a temporary solution.
• 🔹 Hybrid films (e.g. AmFilm Ultra Glass): do not beat, but scratch and have the worst tactile returns.

For the Mi 10, it is critical to choose glass with an oleophobic coating (repels greasy traces) and a hardness of 9H (protection against scratches with keys). Note the package: the box must have alcohol wipes, dust collector and positioning stickers. Without them, high-quality installation is impossible.

⚠️ Attention: glass free 3D-The edges often flake off at the edges because of the difference in the bend radius. If your Mi 10 has a heavily rounded screen (like the Pro version), only take the original or certified counterparts marked "Full Coverage".

2.Tools and materials: what will be needed to replace

In addition to the glass itself, prepare the following set:

🔧 Professional life hack: if there is no UV lamp, direct sunlight can be used (in clear weather), but the polymerization time will increase to 20-30 However, this method does not guarantee that the glue will solidify uniformly throughout the area.

⚠️ Attention: glue LOCA If the tube was opened more than a month ago, the glue could thicken. Check the consistency: it must be viscous but fluid (like liquid honey.

3. Removing old glass: how not to damage the screen

This is the most critical stage. Incorrect removal can lead to detachment. OLED-Matrices or plume damage:

1. Heat: Use a hair dryer (~60°C mode) or infrared lamp to soften the old glue. Heat evenly, holding the hair dryer at a distance of 10 cm for 2-3 minutes. Don't overheat! Temperatures above 70°C can damage the screen.
2. Frauding: insert a plastic blade into the gap between the glass and the frame (start at the corner).If the glass is cracked, seal it with tape so the fragments don't fly apart.
3. Removal of glue residue: After removing the glass, wipe the screen with isopropyl alcohol (90%+) and remove the sticky layer with a scraper.

🎯 Key point: if the old glass is glued to double-sided scotch (not on the scotch) LOCA), It can be removed without heating -- just pull around the corner. But in the Mi 10, the factory glass is always put on liquid glue.

⚠️ Warning: If there are sensor fragments under the old glass (white stripes at the edges), do not try to tear them off - this is part of the touchscreen.

Applying glue and installing new glass

The main thing here is the uniform distribution of glue and the absence of bubbles.

1. Degreasing: wipe the phone screen and the inside of the new glass with an alcohol wipe. Don't touch the surfaces with your hands!
2. Applying glue: 🔹 For LOCA: Squeeze the glue around the perimeter of the screen (stepping 2 mm away from the edge) and make a few drops in the center. Then spread the glue with a plastic spatula (come complete with glass). 🔹 For double-sided tape: cut the template by screen size and paste it on the glass, then remove the protective film.

Installation of glass: gently place the glass on the screen, combining the holes for the speaker and the camera. Use the positioning stickers from the kit to lock the position.

Press: Wrap the phone with food film and place it under the press (for example, between two books) for 5-10 minutes.

💡 Useful advice: if glue LOCA You accidentally hit the phone frame, remove it with a cotton swab of acetone before polymerization. Once solidified, you can't do this without damaging the coating.

⚠️ Warning: Do not use metal objects or credit cards to distribute glue, they scratch the oleophobic coating of glass!

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Before the final polymerization, check the glass for bubbles by lighting the screen with a flashlight at an angle. If there are bubbles, gently tuck the glass in and add glue to the problem areas.

5. Polymerization of glue: UV lamp vs sunlight

This is the stage that determines the strength of the bonding, and errors here cause the glass to detach in 1-2 weeks.

🔦 Professional equipment:

1. Place the phone under the UV lamp at a distance of 5-10 cm.
2. Radiate 1 minute on each side (top, bottom, left, right).
3. Check the curing: the glue should not stick to the finger.
4. After UV, give the phone a "rest" of 1-2 hours without load (do not turn on the screen at full brightness).

Check the sensitivity in the engineering menu: type in the dial number ##6484## → Touch Test.