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I broke the easy out in broken screw- How do you get with screw?

Here are some steps you can try to remove a broken screw with a broken easy out:

Gather your tools. You will need:

* A drill with a variety of bits

* A Dremel tool with a cut-off wheel

* A metal punch

* A hammer

* A flathead screwdriver

* Safety goggles

Prepare the area. Put on your safety goggles. If possible, remove the object from the surface it's attached to so you can work on it more easily.

Drill a pilot hole. Use a drill bit that is smaller than the diameter of the screw to drill a pilot hole in the center of the broken screw and broken easy out.

Use the Dremel tool to cut a slot. Use the cut-off wheel to cut a slot in the head of the screw and broken easy out. The slot should be about 1/8 inch deep.

Use the metal punch and hammer to loosen the screw. Place the metal punch in the slot and tap it gently with the hammer. This should loosen the screw and allow you to remove it with the flathead screwdriver.

If the screw does not loosen, you may need to use a larger drill bit to drill out the broken screw and broken easy out.

Be careful not to damage the surrounding material. When using the drill, Dremel tool, or hammer, be careful not to damage the surface of the object you're working on.

If you don't feel confident trying to remove a broken easy out and broken screw, you can also take the object to a professional for help.