My laptop hinge is broken or sticking out — what’s actually happening and can it be fixed?
- Luke Adkins
- April 09, 2026
If your laptop hinge has started to pull away from the screen, or you can see it visibly sticking out from the casing, it’s understandably concerning. The reassuring part is that this is one of the most common repairs we do — and in almost every case, it’s completely fixable. Here’s what’s actually going on