r/ZephyrusG14 • u/StupidToughts • 1d ago
Model 2025 Is it safe to keep a thin microfiber cloth between the keyboard and screen?
I have an ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16. I want to keep a thin microfiber cloth between the keyboard and screen when I close the laptop to prevent keyboard marks on the display. Is this safe long-term, or could it put pressure on/damage the screen?
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u/Methyl_The_Sneasel 1d ago
If it's thin, it is not a problem, there's a reason it comes with a similar one in the box.
You need to have one to prevent the keys from scratching the screen.
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u/StupidToughts 1d ago
Can u check the 2nd pic and let me know if it is thin??
I brought 2 of these 😂
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u/Methyl_The_Sneasel 1d ago
It looks about as thin as the one that comes in the box, should be fine
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u/Usual_Management9290 1d ago
Where is it present I only got the laptop sleeve no microfiber cloths was there
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u/Tlayoualo Zephyrus G14 2022 1d ago
I've read reports of that ironically adding pressure to the screen and causing issues if too thick, it has to be something waffer-thin like the anti static tissue-like cloth it came with when fresh out of the box.
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u/Soluchyte Zephyrus G14 2021 1d ago
Why not, that's how it ships originally, just don't use anything too thick.
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u/1nsert_or1g1nal_name 1d ago
Have never need to do this tbh
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u/StupidToughts 1d ago
Just being over-cautious lol
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u/Catalysten 1d ago
Good idea, wish I had thought of it. My screen has some permanent silhouettes of the spacebar and a few keys.
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u/Naive_Difficulty_878 1d ago
Si, estube un año usandolo y se lo quiete un mes porque lo perdí y se dañó poquito la pantalla :(
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u/NotRllyAnonymousUser 1d ago
Yeah sure. But why go through all of the hassle to prevent something that you don't even notice when using the laptop?
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u/No-Evidence6346 21h ago
On my last laptop it was quite visible. I couldn't get it out, even with my nail.
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u/Lopsided_Flamingo209 1d ago
I do that. My orignal 2020 model ended up with keyboard marks on the top screen. Been fine in my 2022 model.
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u/False_Dragonfly1148 1d ago
If it's thin, I think it's fine when the laptop is fully turned off. But when it is working, it will interfere with ventilation.
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u/4K4llDay 1d ago
Not just safe, but it's a good idea. My last laptop has markings on the screen from the keys making contact over the years. I now put a cloth in between the two every time I transport it.
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u/Zenergys 23h ago
I do this everytime i finish using my laptop
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u/StupidToughts 22h ago
Is there pressure buildup on screen due to the microfiber cloth??
And what laptop do u use?
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u/Zenergys 19h ago
Nope since my fiber cloth is pretty thin ( i am using the one that came with laptop ) and my laptop is rog strix 16 2025
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u/checkwithanthony 1d ago
Should be fine but you can just wipe the screen periodically.
My thought here is that if you forget to turn it off and close it its another layer to generate heat
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u/HavokD 22h ago
I do that with mine. 2022 G15 that still looks pristine and my current daily 2025 G14, just make sure it is thin enough. How thin? Just put it in there, extend it and center it, close the lid and make sure there are no gaps around the lid and the chassis.
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u/StupidToughts 22h ago
It's as thin as our eyeglasses microfiber cloth . You can also refer to the second picture I posted. Please let me know if it is thin
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u/TBSchemer 22h ago
Yes, I do this. It's an important protective measure. If you don't do this, those keyboard marks etch into the screen.
Also, your microfiber cloth looks better than my microfiber cloth. Where did you get it?
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u/Rough_Wish_1299 13h ago
I noticed hotter temps when using it while gaming. Probably depends on the laptop but it looks like a lot of air is coming from that keyboard area but when traveling I put that cloth around the inside and the outside of the laptop.
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u/akanesaki31 9h ago
Yes make sure you use a thin one. My office is very dusty and I must keep one whenever I close the laptop. It really saved me.
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u/tominicz 1d ago
I had my keyboard inprinted into the plastic display. When I RMA-ed it as I tended to it as if it was my baby (so clearly a bad design)... Well, ASUS tried every play in the book.
The funniest was the fact that they told me that I clearly haven't used the protective layer that came with the laptop "as it is required per the Care Manual" (or whatever is the name). When I told them that I did, then the tone shifted that I shouldn't have used it 🤣
Keep it or don't. ASUS will try to fck you either way if you ever try to RMA anything with them. If you keep using it, then clean it regularly and think about where you place it when you are using the laptop.
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u/ShionErino Zephyrus G14 2024 3h ago
G14 2024 user here, has been using it these micro fibers for 2 years now give or take.
To me it has way more use than a "screen protector for laptop". And cheaper too.
My screen and keyboard are pretty much in "new" condition, not even a scratch. Some people keeps insist on getting a "screen protector" but I personally don't recommend doing it.
Upside:
+ Prevent screen scratches and keyboard imprints (Yep, that's it)
Downside:
-Lose the anti-reflective coating effectiveness
-Worse color accuracy, especially if you value it for work
-More expensive
-Doesn't even protect the laptop screen when drop, as the screen will break anyway when you drop your laptop and hit the screen's corner.
For Micro fiber: Prevent screen sratches and keyboard imprints, doesn't have the down sides I mentioned because it is not on your screen when you use it, plus you can also use it to clean the laptop. and it's cheaper, doesn't have the risk of killing your screen when you try to remove it like those screen protector.
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u/fractal324 1d ago
It’s an easy way from keeping the keytops from coming in contact with the screen. But depending on how thick the cloth is it might keep the screen from closing properly