How to back up my Apple iPad using iTunes

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You can use iTunes to back up your Apple iPad.
In this example, we use iTunes v12.5.1.21.
1. On your computer, start iTunes.
2. Connect the Apple iPad to the computer and select your Apple iPad.
3. Click Back Up Now.
4. Wait while iTunes backs up the Apple iPad.
5. The back up has finished.