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Updated on July 17, 2025

Written By

Nadiba RahmanTech Writer

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Mrinmoy RoyProduct Manager

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Want to prank your friends or coworkers with a cracked screen, without causing any real damage? That's exactly what our Broken Screen Prank tool does. It makes your device look like it’s totally shattered, cracked, or smashed; that's enough to stop hearts for a second. 

This harmless visual trick is perfect to mess with your siblings, surprise your coworkers, or fool your friends into thinking your phone or laptop just took a serious hit. It’s a fun way to shake up a dull day with some good laughs. Just make sure to reveal it’s a prank before anyone gets too worried.

A broken screen prank tool is a fun utility that creates a realistic cracked screen effect on your device. It’s not real; it’s just a fake visual trick that makes your screen appear to be broken or badly damaged. You can use it to pull harmless pranks on friends, family, or coworkers at school, home, or in the office. It’s a simple way to get a laugh without causing any actual damage.

Here’s what makes our broken screen prank tool fun and easy to use:

Offers 6 different realistic broken screen effects. You can choose any one you like.

It comes with a full-screen mode that covers your entire display with a realistic, fake broken screen effect. 

Includes a download option to download the broken prank screen as a PNG file.

Using our broken screen prank tool is quick and easy. Just follow these steps:

Open the Broken Screen Prank tool on our website.

Choose one of the six different broken screen effects available in our tool.

Click on the full-screen icon to enter full-screen mode instantly.

When you’re ready to exit full-screen mode, press ESC, F11, or move your mouse to the top-center of the screen and click the exit button.

The most interesting part of the broken screen prank is seeing your people's reaction. No matter how they respond, it’s always fun to watch. Here are some common and hilarious reactions you might get:

The Panicked One: Completely shocked and already reaching out to IT for help.

The Clam One: Says nothing, but you can tell they’re secretly planning their revenge.

The Techie One: Starts searching for ways to fix it, then quickly realizes it’s a prank.

The Blamer One: Yells something like, “What did you do to my screen!”

The Confused One: Can’t process the prank, unsure if it’s really broken or what just happened.

Here are some fun and creative ways to use this fake broken screen tool:

Wait for a perfect moment when your friends step away from their phone or laptop. Load the broken screen prank tool in full screen and casually place the device back. When they return and see the cracked, shattered screen, enjoy the priceless panic!

For extra laughs, say, “I’m so sorry... I accidentally dropped it.” Just don’t let it go too long; reveal the prank before it gets too serious.

Imagine your little brother leaves his tablet on the table and walks away. You quickly set a fake broken screen to full screen. When he comes back and sees it, he freezes, thinking it's actually broken.

Then you laugh and show him it’s just a prank, and the screen is fine. That’s your chance to explain why screen protectors matter and why he should be more careful. It’s a fun way to teach an important lesson without a boring lecture.

Let’s say you're filming a reaction video for your YouTube channel. Right in the middle of it, you suddenly pretend to drop your phone and cut to a fake broken screen. You freeze, panicked, and speechless. Your viewers are just as stunned, holding their breath. 

And then, surprise! You reveal it was all a prank. Everyone’s laughing, comments start rolling in, and just like that, your video goes from ordinary to unforgettable. It’s a simple, fun way to add drama and keep your audience hooked.

Next time you’re on a video call with your friends or coworkers, try sharing your screen with a fake cracked display. Watch their faces go from confused to full-on panic. Someone might even shout, “What happened to your screen!” The reactions are priceless and totally worth it for the laugh.

Next time you're recording a tutorial or review, try something fun. Imagine you’re showing off a new app or feature on your phone or computer, and suddenly, the screen “cracks”. Act shocked for a few seconds to surprise your viewers. Then reveal it’s a prank. This way, you can make your review videos more fun and keep people watching.

You stayed up late and couldn't finish your slides. No problem. Just load our broken screen tool on your laptop and hit full screen. Put on your best shocked face and say, “Oh no, my screen!”. Watch everyone freak out for a second.

While they’re distracted, you get some extra time to prepare. Who knows, maybe your manager gives you the day to sort it out. More time, no questions, and your secret’s safe.

Suppose your teammate steps away to grab a coffee. You quickly switch their screen to our fake cracked screen and quietly walk back to your desk. A moment later, they return and stare at their screen. They start panicking and call someone over.

Then go there with a chill, glance at the screen and say, “Hang on, let me try something.”, and click. The screen returns to normal. They blink, “But how did you fix that?” You smile and say, “Just a little trick I know,” and walk off like it’s not a big deal. 

Now they think you’re a genius. Don’t correct them. Enjoy the moment.

You take an old iPad or tablet, load our cracked screen in full-screen mode, and leave it next to a bowl of candy with a note: “Don’t take more than one. He did.” Then, next to it, put a plastic skeleton hand covered in ketchup or some red food coloring.

When guests arrive, casually say, “Yeah… that’s what happened to the last kid who tried to take too many.” Kids will scream. Parents will laugh. And your candy station? Just stole the Halloween spotlight.

Looking for a simple but harmless prank for April Fools’ Day? Try our Broken Screen Prank tool. Once you’re at school or the office, just wait until your friend or colleague steps away from their desk. Then, open the fake cracked screen on their computer and leave everything else just as it was.

When they come back, they’ll stare at the screen in shock, wondering what just happened. You sit back and enjoy it. Let them panic for a minute. Then, casually smile and say, “April Fools!” as they realize they’ve been tricked.

Here are some simple ways to tell if a broken screen is just a prank and not real damage. These quick checks can help you figure it out fast:

Move your mouse around or try scrolling on the screen. If you’re still able to click buttons or if an exit (X) icon shows up when you move your cursor to the top-center, then congratulations; it’s just a prank.

You can quickly tell if it’s a prank by trying a few keyboard shortcuts:

CTRL+ W to close the current tab

ALT + TAB to switch to another window

ESC to exit full-screen mode

If your computer responds normally to these shortcuts, it means your screen’s totally fine and you’ve been pranked!

If you’re using a browser, right-click on the broken part of the screen. Does a browser context menu appear? If yes, you’re dealing with a prank. And someone nearby is probably laughing.

If you’ve got a touchscreen device, tap directly on the fake crack. If the screen still responds like normal, then relax. That crack is just an image layered over your screen. And it’s a prank.

Tech pranks can be a lot of fun when done right. The goal is to get a good laugh, not to upset anyone. Before you prank someone, think about how they might react. If you think it could stress them out or ruin their day, it’s better to skip it. Keep your prank simple, easy to fix, and make sure everyone knows it’s just for fun.

Don’t prank someone who’s busy with important work or on a tight deadline.

If someone gets easily stressed by tech issues, it’s probably best to skip them.

Make sure to tell them it’s a prank before it goes too far, like restarting their computer, unplugging anything, or even calling IT for help.

Our Broken Screen Prank tool is a simple and harmless way to add some fun and surprise to your day. It’s perfect for light-hearted jokes with friends, family, or coworkers, without any real damage or stress. Just keep it playful, know who you’re pranking, and reveal the prank before it goes too far. When you use it right, it’s all about sharing laughs and good times, not causing worry or trouble. So go ahead, give it a try, and enjoy being the prankster without any headaches.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I customize the type of crack or effect?

Yes. Our broken screen prank tool offers six different realistic cracked screen effects. You can easily choose the one you like best to make your prank more fun and unique.

Will this prank tool damage my screen or files?

No, the broken screen prank tool only creates a fake cracked screen image on your display. It does not harm your device or any of your files in any way. It’s just a harmless visual trick.

Can the prank tool make sounds or pop-up messages?

No, the prank tool does not include sounds or pop-up messages. It simply shows a realistic broken screen image, so the prank stays simple and safe without any unexpected alerts.

How do I exit full-screen mode after starting the prank?

To exit full-screen mode, you can press the ESC key, press F11 on your keyboard, or move your mouse to the top-center of the screen and click the exit button that appears. This will bring you back to normal view quickly.

Will the prank work if I restart my device?

No, the prank won’t stay after you restart your device. Since it only runs in your browser, restarting clears the prank and your screen will return to normal.