How to Hold Small Screws Steadily on the Tip of a Screwdriver

Small screws are notoriously difficult to hold in place. Magnetic screwdrivers can offer some help but they do not work on non-ferrous screws and besides which, you may not have a magnetic screwdriver. Furthermore, their magnetic field may damage delicate electronic components. This method relies on the use of poster-hanging putty-like adhesives, such as "Blu-Tack" or "Sticky-Stuff" to hold the screw in position for you.

Steps

  1. Image titled Place a small ball of your chosen putty adhesive Step 1
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    Place a small ball of your chosen putty adhesive on the tip of the screwdriver.
  2. Image titled Insert the screw into the putty adhesive Step 2
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    Insert the screw into the putty adhesive to hold it in place.
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  3. Image titled Continue with your work Step 3
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    Continue with your work. You are now ready to screw it into place without it falling off the screwdriver.
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Warnings

  • Blu-tack may look like chewing gum but it is not edible. Keep it away from small children.
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