How to Put Your iPad in an Otterbox Defender

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The Otterbox is one of those devices that are made to keep your iPad protected and still functional.

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    It 'pushes' apart very easily.
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    Basically, you have to peel it off.
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    This is a little more difficult.
    • Push the front from the back at the 4 matching arrows that you will find on two of the sides of the case. Don't be in a hurry.
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    It can only go in one way.
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    Watch for fingerprints and animal hair.
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    This will basically be the reverse of when you were peeling it off. Make sure that everything is in the right place.
    • Now your iPad is fully protected.
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