Stuck Pixel or Dead Pixel?

Do you have a black dot or a color dot on your screen?

If it’s a black dot it’s considered a dead pixel and there’s nothing you can do.

If it’s a solid color you maybe able to fix it try the following.

Fix a stuck pixel:

1. You can try massaging it out.  Turn the laptop/monitor off.  Use a soft cloth and rub it in a circular motion.  Be careful not to press to hard.

2. Software:

a. UD Pixel: This is a tool that flashes colors on either the whole screen or with a small square to work a specific area.

b. Stuck Pixel Sweeper: This is a simple tool that runs through a bunch of colors.  Fells like a rave.

c. Online Monitor Test: This site has some nice test patterns.  Not really useful to fix a stuck pixel but could be handy.