Read the tab from left to right
Each line represents a guitar string
Top line is the high E string
Second line is the B string
Third line is the G string
Fourth line is the D string
Fifth line is the A string
Bottom line is the low E string
Numbers show which fret to press
A 0 means play the open string
Play notes that are stacked vertically at the same time
Play notes that appear one after another in order
Higher numbers mean higher frets
Symbols may show techniques like bends, slides, hammer-ons, and pull-offs
Repeat signs and rhythm markings may appear above or below the tab
Check the spacing to understand timing
Use the tab together with listening for rhythm and feel