LCD Display exchanged on Macbook Air 11,6" Late 2010

Hi guys,
I just replaced the broken LCD display of my Macbook Air. It worked out quite well, apart from the fact that I accidentally scratched the white plastic film that's located right behind the LCD panel itself. I think this is kind of a light filter as there's now more light coming through the scratched spots.
Do you guys know how could I fix this issue? Can I order that plastic film somewhere?
Thanks in advance,
shamy

You replaced the panel or the whole assembly?
I'm not aware of any place that sells the plastic film separately as it comes with the panel. That being said if you reach out to places like PowerBook Medic, iFixit, FixAppleNow and/or iResQ they might be able to assist you with replacement options as they're the "Big 5" vendors that I've used for DIY service parts in the past.

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