To take off an Apple Watch band, first place the watch face down on a soft, lint-free cloth to avoid scratching. Locate the band release buttons on the back of the watch where the band connects to the case—there is one button on each end. Press and hold one band release button and slide the band sideways out of the slot. Repeat this for the other side to fully remove the band. The band should slide out smoothly without forcing. If it feels stuck, make sure the release button is pressed firmly and try sliding again. This process works for most Apple Watch bands including sport, leather, and metal link styles.