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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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[–] [email protected] 7 points 3 months ago (1 children)

A cheaper method is to super glue something you can turn to it.

[–] [email protected] 18 points 3 months ago (1 children)

It's very hard to make sure the super glue doesn't bond the stripped screw to the case though.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 3 months ago

True. But a teeny tiny drop on the tip of an old screwdriver will usually do the trick.