The next two steps demonstrate the Anti-Clamp, a tool we designed to make the opening procedure easier. If you aren't using the Anti-Clamp, skip down two steps for an alternate method.

For complete instructions on how to use the Anti-Clamp, check out this guide.

Elevate the iPad enough for the Anti-Clamp's arms to rest above and below the screen.

Pull the blue handle towards the hinge to disengage opening mode.

Position the suction cups near the top edge of the iPad—one on the front, and one on the back.

Push down on the cups to apply suction to the desired area.

If you find that the surface of your device is too slippery for the Anti-Clamp to hold onto, you can use packing tape to create a grippier surface.