Instructions: 1: The pink button in the middle can be pushed up and down 2: Push these 4 small pillars up and they will rotate 3: Push the lower base backward and it will rotate in the opposite direction. Item Type: Braider Item type: Hairstyle Tool Braiding Machine Power mode: The product needs to use 2 AA batteries (without battery) Select up to 4 strands of hair at a time.( You will need a minimum of 2 strands ) Comb each strands straight and places of each strand in the hair clasps at of each twirling pin. To open the hair clasp, press the clasp push upwards. Put of this strand at least 1/2inch through and then release it to hold the hair strand securely in place. Repeat for all the strands, with one strand per twirling pin only Now push the switch upward (towards"A"). The Twirling pins will turn, making the individual strands of hair twirl twist together, forming a perfect and uniform braid. ( Braid thickness depends on the amount of hair and number of strands used. ) You may now carefully release the strands by pushing the clasp push, all the while firmly holding on of your braid. Secure your braid in place with one of the rubber bands and then snap on one or more bead clips for a colorful finish!