Samsung Display Co., Ltd. (N/A)

A display apparatus includes multiple pixels. Each pixel of the pixels includes a thin film transistor with a first insulating layer that is positioned on the thin film transistor and a pixel electrode that is placed in the first insulating pattern, as well as a second insulating pattern covering an edge of the pixel electrode and connecting to the edge of the first insulation pattern.

1. Field

The technical field relates to an apparatus for display and a method of manufacturing the display apparatus.

2. Description of the Related Art

Different designs and manufacturing techniques are used to enhance image quality and/or reliability of the display apparatuses in order for them to be commercially viable.

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