Although you can insert your tablet either face up or face down, we suggest sliding your tablet into a covered/flapped pocket with the screen facing down. This will allow for the most cushioning against the glass portion of your tablet. We suggest using the open pockets (without flaps) for your unbreakable items, such as a notepad, papers or business cards. Since these open pockets don’t have a protective flap, we do not suggest placing your tablet here.