The safest way to clean a monitor is to use a soft microfiber cloth and distilled or still water. Other types of water or cleaning products can damage the screen or leave residues13. Here are the steps to follow:

1. Turn off the monitor and the computer, and then disconnect the power cables.
2. Using a clean microfiber cloth, gently wipe the monitor’s screen to remove dust and fingerprints.
3. Dampen the cloth with a small amount of distilled water. **Do not spray water directly onto the screen, as this can cause water damage.**
4. Gently wipe the monitor with the dampened microfiber cloth. Do not apply too much pressure or scrub the screen, as this can scratch or damage it.

When you are finished, allow the monitor to dry and then reconnect the power cables.

Sources:
1. https://www.samsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS00086622/
2. https://www.pcgamer.com/how-to-clean-your-pc-monitor/
3. https://www.pcguide.com/monitor/how-to/clean-screen/
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