[Q] The polished chamfered aluminum started to fade away?! - Galaxy Note 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Hey after 2 days since I bought the Note 4 the polished chamfered aluminum started to fade away the only explanation for this is when the device gets warm and overheating on heavy tasks my hands get sweaty the places when my hands contacts with the aluminum then the aluminum start to do this and from day to day it start to get all of the chamfered part and it's really annoying since I don't like putting cases on my phones I don't know why the iPhone 5s didn't do that (it has the same chamfered look) I thought of getting a metal polish but I don't think it's gonna be good because I'm using the phone every day any thoughts?! (sorry for my English it's not my first language)

Mine is easily scratched too. Dont use any hard case. Just use tpu case.
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bladefrost007 said:
Mine is easily scratched too. Dont use any hard case. Just use tpu case.
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No I don't talk about the scratches I can live with that, but I'm talking about the shiny chamfered look is fading by the time goes and that caused by the sweat that comes from my hands and when the phone gets hot

I see. Its easy to get the shine back. Just wipe it with a micro fiber cloth like the one included in sunglasses.
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bladefrost007 said:
I see. Its easy to get the shine back. Just wipe it with a micro fiber cloth like the one included in sunglasses.
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Yeah I did that too didn't do any thing I don't have any knowledge what should/shouldn't do with metals I think a metal polish from autosol will make a difference or just alcohol with a micro fiber cloth or just put TPU case just like said. Thanks for the reply, really appreciate it!

Please dont use metal polish. It might ruin the side paint when it gets into it. I suggest just use a slightly damp micro fiber cloth. And i think the beveled edges is chrome. So chrome gets easily smeared by finger prints
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bladefrost007 said:
Please dont use metal polish. It might ruin the side paint when it gets into it. I suggest just use a slightly damp micro fiber cloth. And i think the beveled edges is chrome. So chrome gets easily smeared by finger prints
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Thanks man! For helping me out I really had to know what to do!

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i just brushed the metal bezel

i just brushed the metal bezel with soft soft sandpaper now it looks like new, it was showing signs of wear so after brushing it, it looks much nicer, I hate all those shiny bezel as they get scratched easily
hykhleif said:
i just brushed the metal bezel with soft soft sandpaper now it looks like new, it was showing signs of wear so after brushing it, it looks much nicer, I hate all those shiny bezel as they get scratched easily
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Would try it in the morning, thanks!
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size of sand paper or what ever that metric is used to classified sand paper
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Any pictures to show what it looks like? Thanks!
I'm pretty sure the Note doesn't have a metal bezel...
pboesboes said:
I'm pretty sure the Note doesn't have a metal bezel...
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Yes. It is just coating.
You probably would get more scratches by sandpaper.
i will upload pictures tomorrow, i used a sponge with its side had such a fine fine coating of somthing that feels like sand paper ( i will post its picture too )
what ever the bezel is made of it had now a brushed look, finally from now on i don't care if it gets scratched or not as I can brush it off again any time.
the keys coating after brushing became black which added a nice look to the brushed bezel
I'm not sure, but my old HD7 got scratched on the power and volume buttons and eventually rusted. I think if you take off or cause any weakness in the covering it will oxydize and rust, even if it is metallic paint. I really wouldn't suggest doing this to your device. It may look good now but there's no guarantee it will stay that way.
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On the international version I have, the bezel is just a chrome paint. Its a very fine layer and has chipped off in a couple of places with the same black underneath. Wouldn't recommend scratching/sand papering it.
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SpyderTracks said:
On the international version I have, the bezel is just a chrome paint. Its a very fine layer and has chipped off in a couple of places with the same black underneath. Wouldn't recommend scratching/sand papering it.
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Yup, same here. Wouldn't do it unless you want a black bezel. An ugly one.
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hykhleif said:
i will upload pictures tomorrow, i used a sponge with its side had such a fine fine coating of somthing that feels like sand paper ( i will post its picture too )
what ever the bezel is made of it had now a brushed look, finally from now on i don't care if it gets scratched or not as I can brush it off again any time.
the keys coating after brushing became black which added a nice look to the brushed bezel
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tommorrow came and went....pics ready?
jeffs99 said:
tommorrow came and went....pics ready?
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He never said where he was going to upload it
Maybe "Friend" him on Facebook?
Kangal said:
He never said where he was going to upload it
Maybe "Friend" him on Facebook?
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Lol
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kyrirhcp said:
I'm not sure, but my old HD7 got scratched on the power and volume buttons and eventually rusted. I think if you take off or cause any weakness in the covering it will oxydize and rust, even if it is metallic paint. I really wouldn't suggest doing this to your device. It may look good now but there's no guarantee it will stay that way.
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hi everyone well I actually after 1 day of brushing the bezel I regretted it, as said above I noticed it started to look ugly thanks god I had received a replacement bezel new from ebay, so immediately i took off and put the new bezel.
I always ask myself why companies put those cheap bezels that are easy to get scratched in the first place, what a shame on them

How to clean smears?

I have a screen protector and just cannot figure out how to clean the smears off. Can I use Windex or alcohol on the protector? I have these alcohol wipes I use for my glasses that I think would be great, however if alcohol is a big no no, I'd be afraid of runoff on the edges. And the same goes with Windex.
I'm using a zagg invisible shield. All I do is wipe with a damp soft cloth. Good as new.
I would not use anything like windex. I use a solution that I bought for my HDTV a couple years ago. It is designed to clean off sensitive screens like LCD's, stereo equipment, etc. I don't remember the name of the product, but I bought it at Best Buy. There are several different products out that are safe to use on smartphone screens. Some are kinda spendy. A microfiber cloth works great paired up with one of these solutions.
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If you're talking about stuff other than finger prints, just use a moist micro fiber. For finger prints all I do is give a quick breath and wipe.
I wouldn't use any chemical not recommended by the maker.
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Smears, like oil or grease. Microfiber isn't doing the trick, just smearing it more.
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Smears, like oil or grease. Microfiber isn't doing the trick, just smearing it more.
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A good microfiber towel should really do the trick all by itself. Worse case get the towel a bit damp with water. This is how I've clean my phone and tablet and I've had no problems. Don't forget to wash the towel once in a while to remove the oils it builds up with.
Smears are easily taken care of with any descent 2-ply toilet paper. Now if you are talking about the hershey squirts, I highly recommend using an old cotton towel to soak it up, followed by a soap and hot water mix to relieve the burning that is usually associated with heavy smears and/or hershey squirts. Hope this could be of some help...
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Spit on it, it works!
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bigb252 said:
Spit on it, it was works!
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Exactly...Lol.. that what I do and rub it on my stomach.
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no screen protector. use your clothes.
https://www.klearscreen.com/searchresult.aspx?CategoryID=3
This stuff works on "sensative" screens.
If it is too much for microfibre cloth to handle, use one of those tiny sanitizing hand wipes. It's basically alcohol and evaporates quickly and won't damage any electronics.
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tuffluck said:
I have a screen protector and just cannot figure out how to clean the smears off. Can I use Windex or alcohol on the protector? I have these alcohol wipes I use for my glasses that I think would be great, however if alcohol is a big no no, I'd be afraid of runoff on the edges. And the same goes with Windex.
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The monster branded cleaner with no alcohol in it works great! You can pick it up at best buy.
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dave2metz said:
Smears are easily taken care of with any descent 2-ply toilet paper. Now if you are talking about the hershey squirts, I highly recommend using an old cotton towel to soak it up, followed by a soap and hot water mix to relieve the burning that is usually associated with heavy smears and/or hershey squirts. Hope this could be of some help...
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This is ****ing funny :laugh:
Bought ScreenDr. screen cleaner today at Microcenter for 10 bucks and it is awesome! Works great on the phone and tablet.
Try looking for disposable camera lens cleaning wipes. I bought a box made by Zeiss at Walmart for only a few bucks and it works wonders on any glass screen.

Funny (and hardcore) S3 scratch test

If you own an S3 you might want to see this, you will be much more relaxed about your S3
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ie1g4WZJdO4&feature=g-upl
As fasr as I know crystal is harder than steel on the moss scale, he should test it woth sand
Hilarious!....poor cat! What impressed me was that he was hitting the screen quite hard with a very small contact point and quite heavy knives and it didn't break, and he dropped it from quite a height!
yeah gorilla glass 2 seems to be quite the thing :>
a lot of people moan about screen cracks when they drop phone, but if you drop a piece of glass it will break if it lands on a stone or something similar, the point of gg2 is scratch resistance, I think I'm going to try one of those tempered glass screen protectors when they iron out the small flaws in it....the customer service guy on the accessories thread is brilliant
Ive been running without screen protector for 1 month and I dont have a single scratch, not a single one. I do have a Diztronic case though
This video is great, but I still managed to put a 1cm scratch across mine at 2 days old, simply by placing it face down on my bedside table.
Knives vs bedside table, now I know which is more dangerous!
The magic is in the wipe lol. But i will be getting mine this week and its nice to know it will hold up to more abuse that he will get in my pocket ^^
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TimmyRaa said:
This video is great, but I still managed to put a 1cm scratch across mine at 2 days old, simply by placing it face down on my bedside table.
Knives vs bedside table, now I know which is more dangerous!
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Did you accidentally put it on your girlfriends diamond ring?
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Sand can scratch the screen very easily. I've learned it the hard way
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Better to have screen protector.
That guy sounds like guy on FPSrussia youtube videos
These screen test are crap who carries a large army knife around in there pocket with there phone if you do you must have big pockets and why don't they try it with sandpaper see what that does
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These screen test are crap who carries a large army knife around in there pocket with there phone if you do you must have big pockets and why don't they try it with sandpaper see what that does
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????
Anger issue?
im not so impressed with the Go Rilla Glass2....i have no screen protector but have the Otterbox case with a lip so that the glass never rest on anything.....but i have plenty of micro scratches all over the screen.......From what?
the only thing that i clean it with a micro fiber cloth....WTF needless to say i will be braking it and getting a replacement for this super sensative ass screen.
bullerwins said:
Ive been running without screen protector for 1 month and I dont have a single scratch, not a single one. I do have a Diztronic case though
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I wear a screen protector but not for scratch reasons more for shock proofing.
That little bit of plastic on the screen is likely to absorb a little impact when it falls or gets bumped. Its a bit like those people that put a sticky tape x on their window during violent storms. This glass may be hard, but it can definitely be tougher.
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sabaramo said:
I wear a screen protector but not for scratch reasons more for shock proofing.
That little bit of plastic on the screen is likely to absorb a little impact when it falls or gets bumped. Its a bit like those people that put a sticky tape x on their window during violent storms. This glass may be hard, but it can definitely be tougher.
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Thats not to stop the glass from braking.......that to stop the glass from flying around in that violent storm. as its taped together giving it more weight as a whole instead of small shards everywhere.
so i dont think the protector helps the screen from shattering. just my OP
The glass on our phones are harder than carbon steel.. So it's a no brainer.
But would like to see him use a little rock or some sand, it will funk up the screen..
Get a screen protector, gorilla glass is over rated.
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buljo said:
The glass on our phones are harder than carbon steel.. So it's a no brainer.
But would like to see him use a little rock or some sand, it will funk up the screen..
Get a screen protector, gorilla glass is over rated.
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I think misunderstood is the correct term
jnr21 said:
That guy sounds like guy on FPSrussia youtube videos
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yes, he does

Samsung Galaxy S4 Rim Chrome Fading

Samsung Galaxy S4 metal rim around the display is not metal after all.
after using a pouch (not tight a bit loose) for about 10 days now, i notice that the "metal" rim below is fading and found out that is just a white plastic only with chrome plated.
its a bit disappointing that everyone knows that it is a metal frame. i should bought a protective case rather than a pouch.
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What's this? Is sammy trynna mislead the consumers? -_-
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Actually, it has been known that the chrome edging is just plastic, most of the reviews from the tech sites mentioned it in their reviews.
None the less, it stinks that the coating came off so quick...
chiefroastbeef said:
Actually, it has been known that the chrome edging is just plastic, most of the reviews from the tech sites mentioned it in their reviews.
None the less, it stinks that the coating came off so quick...
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I guess we gotta cover it up before it fades </3
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I am having same issue but fading is on the internal side. I am not using any type of cover...
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it is also covered with plastic
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ALREADY!!!! Wthhh How did that happen so quick lol
Got a hard cover on mine which leaves the top and bottom edges bate but no fading as of yet. Going to be buying a gel cover in the next few days which will cover the rim.
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btemtd said:
ALREADY!!!! Wthhh How did that happen so quick lol
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Im using a s3 slide pouch. Maybe by taking on and off that scratches the rim. The pouch is a bit loose. Which I don't know why it fades so fast.
Yup. It's probably the rubbing on the leather inside the pouch each time you put it in and take it out. Do you take it out and put it in all the time? (Oooer).
Still shouldn't have happened though. Bad materials from Samsung.
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Yep mines doing the same and im not even using a case! My phones been in my pocket a few times and theres a little bit on the top edge thats rubbed off
hooblah said:
Yep mines doing the same and im not even using a case! My phones been in my pocket a few times and theres a little bit on the top edge thats rubbed off
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I can live with plastic (polycarbonate) ... but hate fake metal coating
Black plain honest plastic would have been 10 times better
I have the same thing starting my replacement S4. I received it at 7pm May 16th. That is less than 48 hours later. It has been in my pocket for may 15 minutes total. Honestly have used it for maybe 1 hour. the rest of the time it's been sitting on my desk. The first S4 I had I just returned because the chrome plating cracked near the ear piece. Extremely disappointed with this device quality. Not to mention the US version I have, with the quad core qualcomm, has a bunch of lag and stuttering.
**UPDATE**
Check out the pics of this persons!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=40710344#post40710344
remfpage said:
Samsung Galaxy S4 metal rim around the display is not metal after all.
after using a pouch (not tight a bit loose) for about 10 days now, i notice that the "metal" rim below is fading and found out that is just a white plastic only with chrome plated.
its a bit disappointing that everyone knows that it is a metal frame. i should bought a protective case rather than a pouch.
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True and am surprised!!!
I am not using any pouch cover. I am using this phone since more than one month.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=42626452&postcount=65
remfpage said:
Samsung Galaxy S4 metal rim around the display is not metal after all.
after using a pouch (not tight a bit loose) for about 10 days now, i notice that the "metal" rim below is fading and found out that is just a white plastic only with chrome plated.
its a bit disappointing that everyone knows that it is a metal frame. i should bought a protective case rather than a pouch.
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Try Adding A Skin On Your Smartphone You Can Get It On Amazon

Micro scratches

hello, under strong light there are all over the screen micro scratches on my s7 edge. Is it just for me?
Some people report getting micro scratches. Other people (including me) have checked very carefully and find zero scratches, despite using the phone heavily for months with no case or screen protector. The phone doesn't get scratches, micro or otherwise, unless something happens to cause them.
Sand maybe? Sand causes awful scratches
Sand is a killer, agree. Even tiny amounts have ripped my screen to shreds on previous devices.
All good on my S7E so far, not a mark. I had terrible microscratches on my S6 Edge+ and didn't know why, I handled that phone with the utmost care (except when I sat on it). Eventually I discovered there were tiny crumbs of doggie snacks in my pocket that were the culprits... Go figure.
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Sand is a killer, agree. Even tiny amounts have ripped my screen to shreds on previous devices.
All good on my S7E so far, not a mark. I had terrible microscratches on my S6 Edge+ and didn't know why, I handled that phone with the utmost care (except when I sat on it). Eventually I discovered there were tiny crumbs of doggie snacks in my pocket that were the culprits... Go figure.
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Dog snacks? Thanks for the heads up.
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RuffBuster said:
Dog snacks? Thanks for the heads up.
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Sounds daft I know, but true! Always have a handful in pockets - bribery, my mutt is a naughty boy - and with a phone in there and long walks the snacks get quite finely grinded over time. The filters in my washing machine and tumble dryer confirm it, as well as confirming I need better laundry habits....
Mine too, despite the fact that I'm very cautious with my phone.. Fortunately, they're not visible except under direct light.
Used my t shirt to clean my screen. now got a micro scratch. having a nightmare finding a good screen protector.
Nameless21 said:
Used my t shirt to clean my screen. now got a micro scratch. having a nightmare finding a good screen protector.
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I always use spigen screen protectors. Check them
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Nameless21 said:
Used my t shirt to clean my screen. now got a micro scratch. having a nightmare finding a good screen protector.
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Unless your shirt is made of sandpaper, it's not what scratched your screen. For years now, my phones have had no case or screen protector, and I always wipe the screen off with my shirt or with a moist paper towel. I've never gotten even the slightest scratch on the screen (and for my Note 5 and S7 Edge, there have been no scratches on the back glass either). I do check carefully under bright light, with the screen off, from a variety of angles.
I use a spigen case, i put on a screen protector then put it in its case and it peels the protector off.
will try a spigen screen protector.
it was my works t shirt. after my note 7 screen scratched i was extra cautious with my s7 edge. had a fingerprint on it. wiped it on my t shirt. checked again. and ffs. a micro scratch.
szabyka95 said:
hello, under strong light there are all over the screen micro scratches on my s7 edge. Is it just for me?
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Yes, I have micro scratches on my back side all over the place, but I know exactly why. When I place my phone on a table, two corners on the bottom and the camera bump are in contact with the table. Aaand... yea.. that will leave some marks after 6 months of heavy use. I solved this by buying a skin before, and now I bought a bumper, so when I place it, it doesn't touch the phone but the skin or bumper.
Though... My friend has S6Edge and he doesn't have a single, like literally not a single micro scratch.
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Yes, I have micro scratches on my back side all over the place, but I know exactly why. When I place my phone on a table, two corners on the bottom and the camera bump are in contact with the table. Aaand... yea.. that will leave some marks after 6 months of heavy use.
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Not if you place the phone gently on a smooth, clean surface.
Though... My friend has S6Edge and he doesn't have a single, like literally not a single micro scratch.
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Yup, my phones have been the same as your friend's. Wipe off the smudges and it looks like it was just unboxed.
Gary02468 said:
Not if you place the phone gently on a smooth, clean surface.
Yup, my phones have been the same as your friend's. Wipe off the smudges and it looks like it was just unboxed.
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I genuinely cared the first 2 months and I didn't even place it much on any surfaces. Mainly I just hided it in my pocket or smth. Even with this, there have been many micro scratches... And that's when I stop caring and I'm placing the phone wherever I need to and want to.

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