How to Take Out Stripped Screws?

Use the correct screwdriver bit and press down firmly

Tap the screwdriver into the screw head to improve grip

Apply a rubber band between the bit and the screw head

Use locking pliers if any part of the screw head is exposed

Cut a new slot in the screw head with a rotary tool or hacksaw

Use a screw extractor kit

Drill a small pilot hole and use a left-hand drill bit

Apply penetrating oil and wait before retrying

Heat the screw briefly if thread locker is present

Drill out the screw head if all else fails

Remove the remaining screw shaft with pliers after the head is off

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