This guide is a conditional add-on to the Galaxy S5 Display Assembly guide. If you need to replace your home button but have not yet opened your device, start here.

The clear rubber backing of the home button assembly is lightly adhered to the back of the display. The adhesive should be easy to cut through with an opening tool. If you have trouble removing the assembly in the following steps, try heating the area using an iOpener or a hair dryer to loosen the adhesive.