Replacing MacBook Air Screen

I think I killed my screen. There is now what looks like a 2 inch wide streak going down the screen starting at the top where the WiFi, bluetooth icons are located. Any idea how much it costs to replace a screen?

Hi,
Try googling the phrase...
Macbook Air Screen replacement
You are looking at around the $400 ( US ) mark.
Regards.
Ian.

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