wiping down the glass is ineffective as it only moves the top layer, not removing it completely.
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Therefore, if you are searching the web for ways to prevent fingerprints on glass, you are going to need to find something that modifies the surface chemistry of the glass to cause fingerprints to repel the glass. In short, you need something to protect the glass from getting fingerprints in the first place.
Some Popular DIY Methods That Do Not Work
Cornstarch Based Glass Cleaner
I once resorted to using the cornstarch spray trick to clean a particularly stubborn bathroom mirror. The first coat gave a nice shine, but that was short-lived. Cornstarch forms a powder-based residue on the glass that attracts dirt and dust and makes the glass appear hazy and smudgy. As I experienced firsthand, I do not recommend using this DIY solution for preventing fingerprints on glass.
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