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How can I remove a photograph that...

Question
How can I remove a photograph that is partially stuck to the glass of a picture frame without ruining the photo?

Answer

Try wiping it very gently with a slightly dampened cotton cloth. When the photo has absorbed some of the moisture, pull it gently or scrape under it gently with a thin, flat-edged tool. Remove the photo very carefully. The key here is very little, but just enough, water.