How to apply an Xbox Series S skin
Watch first. Fit with confidence.
Xbox Series S skin installation video
Follow our Xbox Series S tutorial and identify the panels supplied with your order. Pay attention to ventilation openings and panel orientation before pressing down the vinyl.
Watch on YouTube ↗Before you start
Confirm Series S
Check Xbox Series S on your order, not Xbox One S or Series X. Match each supplied panel to its intended surface.
Power off and clean
Shut down, unplug and let the console cool. Follow Microsoft's cleaning advice and let fitting surfaces dry fully.
Prepare your workspace
Use a clean, stable surface and good lighting. Keep unused pieces on the backing and your supplied instructions nearby.
Fitting your Xbox Series S skin
Use the video for the exact panel order and alignment points.
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Compare the cut-outs
Check vent, button and port openings together with the outer edges before pressing firmly.
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Apply progressively
Follow the backing-removal method shown and smooth gradually across each panel. Do not stretch it into position.
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Finish edges carefully
Keep seams and corners neat. Use gentle hairdryer warmth only where the fitting instructions call for it.
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Check ventilation
Leave every air opening, port and control unobstructed. Do not cover rubber feet or other intended contact surfaces.
Installation questions
Will an Xbox One S skin fit Series S?
Use the skin made for the exact console. Similar names and fitting methods do not make the templates interchangeable.
What about bubbles or lifting?
Avoid pins and extra force. Read our troubleshooting guide.