To install a Tauri screen protector correctly, you must first identify which installation method your specific kit includes, because the steps differ depending on whether you have an alignment frame, guide frame, or guide sticker.
Before you install your Tauri screen protector
Your Tauri kit will include one of three installation methods: an Alignment Frame, a Guide Frame, or Guide Stickers. The protector itself may be glass, tempered glass, TPU film, or privacy film. Because the exact steps vary by product version, check which method and protector type you have before starting. Tauri’s official instructions are video-based and model-specific, so if you have a different product than what is described here, refer to the video for your exact device.
Step 1: Clean the screen with the included wet wipe and cloth
Use the wet wipe first to remove oils and fingerprints from the screen. Then dry the screen thoroughly with the provided cleaning cloth. This two-step process, exactly as Tauri’s official instructions specify, ensures no residue remains that could prevent the protector from adhering properly.
Step 2: Remove dust with the dust-remover sticker
Peel the dust-remover sticker from its backing and dab it across the screen. This lifts any remaining particles before you peel the protector’s backing film. Even a single speck of dust can cause a bubble, so take your time with this step.
Step 3: Peel the backing film and align the protector
Remove the protector’s backing film without touching the adhesive side. Then align the protector using your kit’s method:
- Alignment Frame or Guide Frame method: Place the frame over your phone, then drop the protector into the frame so it is perfectly positioned.
- Guide Sticker method: Attach the stickers to the protector and phone to hold alignment while you lower the protector onto the screen.
- By hand: If your kit includes no alignment tool, hold the protector by the edges and align it with the top edge, speaker grille, and camera cutout before letting it touch the screen.
Step 4: Attach the protector and remove air bubbles
Press the center of the protector and let it adhere outward. Use a finger or the included tool to push any bubbles toward the edges. Work from the center outward, applying gentle pressure. If a bubble persists, lift the nearest corner of the protector slightly, then lower it again and smooth the bubble out. For stubborn bubbles, use a hairdryer on low heat held approximately six inches away to help the adhesive relax and allow them to escape.
Step 5: Test your phone and finish
Turn on the device and check touch sensitivity and screen clarity. Confirm the protector is fully seated with no lifted edges. If you notice any misalignment or debris, you can lift the protector carefully using the dust sticker or a piece of tape, clean the area, and reapply.
When your Tauri protector needs a different method
Tauri’s installation videos are model-specific and cover iPhone, Samsung Galaxy, Google Pixel, and Apple Watch. Tauri states “Available for iPhone All Series” on its main site. Installation pages break out model-specific videos by iPhone, Samsung, Google Pixel, and Apple Watch. Specific supported models include iPhone 16 series, iPhone 15/14/13 series, iPhone 11, iPhone XR, Samsung S24/S23/S23 FE, S23 Ultra, S22 Ultra, S22/S22 Plus/S21 FE/S21 series, and Google Pixel 8 Pro/7 Pro and Pixel 8/7. If your protector uses a method not detailed here, or if you have a different device model, go to Tauri’s official installation video page and select the video for the exact product you purchased. If the wrong product type is used, the instructions indicate the method may differ. Using the wrong method can lead to poor adhesion or misalignment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I reuse a Tauri screen protector after removing it?
Tauri screen protectors are designed to be removable and reusable, but frequent removal may reduce adhesive effectiveness over time. If the protector loses its stickiness, replace it with a new one.
How do I know which installation method my Tauri kit uses?
Check the contents of your kit: an alignment frame or guide frame is a plastic tray that fits over your phone, while guide stickers are small adhesive tabs. The product packaging or the included instruction card will also indicate the method.
What should I do if air bubbles do not disappear after 24 hours?
If bubbles remain after a day, gently lift the nearest edge of the protector with your fingernail or a piece of tape, then lower it again and smooth the bubble outward. Stubborn bubbles may require removing and reapplying the protector.
Does Tauri make screen protectors for devices other than phones?
Yes, Tauri produces screen protectors for Apple Watch and other wearables. The installation method and video for those products differ from phone protectors, so always use the video for your exact device.
For the wider topic, see screen protector application and repair.
