Read from left to right
Each line represents a string
Top line is the highest-pitched string
Bottom line is the lowest-pitched string
Numbers show which fret to press
0 means play the open string
Higher numbers mean higher frets
Stacked numbers mean play notes together
Symbols may show techniques like bends, slides, or hammer-ons
Follow the timing if rhythm markings are included
Match the tab with the instrument tuning
Use the string names if they are written above the tab