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- Using the drill bit, drill 3 to 4 holes on each side of the plywood sheet or more no. of holes depending on the size of the Windows frame. Take care to leave enough space for the whole location from the edge of the plywood sheet.
- Place the plywood sheet exactly on the Windows frame. Hold it tight and start drilling to drive all the screws home.
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