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Samsung Galaxy Express 3 Back and Recent Apps button Replacement

Introduction

Don't panic if the back or recent tabs button stops working; just follow this relatively simple guide to replace them. You will need to remove the screen.

What you need

  1. Samsung Galaxy Express 3 Back and Recent Apps button Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 1 of 2 Samsung Galaxy Express 3 Back and Recent Apps button Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 2 of 2

    • Locate the indent area highlighted in red and use either your fingernail or a Prying Tool (such as a guitar pick) to separate the back from the body of the phone.

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  2. Samsung Galaxy Express 3 Back and Recent Apps button Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 3 Samsung Galaxy Express 3 Back and Recent Apps button Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 3 Samsung Galaxy Express 3 Back and Recent Apps button Replacement: step 2, image 3 of 3

    • Once the cover is removed, locate the battery that reads "SAMSUNG."

    • Use either your fingernail or a Plastic Prying Tool (such as a guitar pick) to lift up the bottom indent of the battery.

    • Do not use a metal tool, as it can cause injury.

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  3. Samsung Galaxy Express 3 Back and Recent Apps button Replacement, Screen: step 3, image 1 of 2 Samsung Galaxy Express 3 Back and Recent Apps button Replacement, Screen: step 3, image 2 of 2

    • Use a Plastic Prying Tool (such as a spudger) to pop out piece shown.

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  5. Samsung Galaxy Express 3 Back and Recent Apps button Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Detach the screen connector.

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  6. Samsung Galaxy Express 3 Back and Recent Apps button Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 2 Samsung Galaxy Express 3 Back and Recent Apps button Replacement: step 5, image 2 of 2

    • Use a blow dryer or heating pad to heat up the screen.

    • Do not skip this step, as it may result in a broken screen and/or LCD.

    • This step loosens the glue holding the screen in place.

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  7. Samsung Galaxy Express 3 Back and Recent Apps button Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 3 Samsung Galaxy Express 3 Back and Recent Apps button Replacement: step 6, image 2 of 3 Samsung Galaxy Express 3 Back and Recent Apps button Replacement: step 6, image 3 of 3

    • Use a Thin Plastic Tool (such as a guitar pick) or Plastic Prying Tool (such as a spudger) to lift out the glass digitizer and LCD screen around the edges.

    • Do this slowly and carefully, as both parts can crack very easily.

    • Ensure your tool is plastic, as a metal tool can damage the screen easily.

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  8. Samsung Galaxy Express 3 Back and Recent Apps button Replacement, Back and Recent Apps Touch Sensor Button(s): step 7, image 1 of 2 Samsung Galaxy Express 3 Back and Recent Apps button Replacement, Back and Recent Apps Touch Sensor Button(s): step 7, image 2 of 2

    • Use a plastic tool to remove back and/or recent tabs circuit buttons.

    • Use a plastic tool as a metal tool can be dangerous to the phone or you.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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