A:AnswerNo, the phone screen isn't covered by clear plastic with this case. However, the case does protect the screen if the phone is dropped on a side edge or corner. You could add gorilla glass to your phone if worried about scratches.
A:Answerit would be easy to do so, and I have considered it. i ride with my phone mounted on my bike on dirt roads, so thought i would keep the covers for dust protection. they are a little in the way when using the ports.
