Wash and dry your hands or feet first
Use clean, sharp nail clippers or scissors
Cut nails when they are soft, such as after a shower
Trim fingernails straight across
Slightly round the corners of fingernails
Do not cut nails too short
Trim toenails straight across
Avoid cutting toenails into the corners
File rough edges with a nail file
Cut small amounts at a time
Check for any pain, redness, or ingrown nails
Clean and store nail tools after use