This guide was made in the hopes of being able to help repair Samsung galaxy a12.
Remove sim tray first
Pop off the plastic back
Disconnect the lock button flex
Take the screws out
They're all the same size
Remove plastic covers
Unclip flex cables, starting with smaller
Unwind grounding screw
Disconnect antenna
Pop off the main board from Sim tray slot with spudger
Pop the flex off
Lift board with ease, kindly minding the adhesive
Put flex cable out of the way
Credit-card size plastic tool
Wedge between the side of the battery down to the corner and apply isopropyl alcohol
Tilt camera end up to avoid leaking into battery
Pry up the battery being careful to not damage it