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How to free space and fully back up iOS
  1. Connect to computer via USB
  2. Backup via iTunes (make sure you choose encrypted backup)
  3. Transfer purchases via iTunes
  4. Ensure iCloud backup for Docs and Data is on for the apps that need their data restored
  5. Force-trigger an iCloud backup (fromthe Settings, on Wi-Fi and connected to power)
  6. Erase all content and Settings on iOS
  7. Connect to iTunes and use Restore from Backup
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