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• Method 1 of 2: Put earplugs in your ears
• Method 2 of 2: Using wireless earbuds
• Tips

Wireless earbuds have a number of advantages over traditional earbuds. Since the earbuds connect via Bluetooth, they don't need the long and cumbersome cables that usually get tangled up in your pocket. Wireless earbuds can also connect to various Bluetooth devices, including your smartphone and tablet. Try out a few different types of wireless earbuds until you find some that fit your ears well.

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Method 1 of 2: Put earplugs in your ears

1. Try different types and brands of earplugs to find a few that fit your ears well. Ear canals come in different shapes and sizes, which means there are no universal earplugs. Try different brands and styles of earplugs from friends or family members to see which ones fit your ears best. Or ask salespeople at an electronics store if you can try a pair of earplugs to see which ones feel the most comfortable.
   • In general, men have larger ear canals than women and therefore need larger earplugs.
2. Place the earplugs properly in your ear canal. For earplugs to transmit sound effectively, they must be in your ear canal and relatively close to your eardrum. By twisting the earbuds back and forth two or three times, they can be repositioned.
   • Placing the head of the wireless earplugs in your ear canal also prevents any ambient noise from entering your ears.
3. Pull on your earlobes to lock the earbuds in place. Once you have an earplug loosely in each ear, grab your earlobe and pull it with your other hand. This slightly opens and enlarges the ear canal. As you pull, gently push the earbud into place with the index finger of the other hand.
   • For example, to attach the earplug in your right ear, lightly pull on that earlobe with your left hand. At the same time, use the index finger of the right hand to push the earplug into your ear canal.
4. Remove wax from your ears if your earplugs don't fit properly. A build-up of ear wax can change the size and shape of the ear canal. This can cause the earbuds to fit poorly or to slip out of your ears when you are wearing them. If you notice that the earbuds are no longer sticking well in your ears, grab some cotton swabs and clean your ears with them.
   • Also, clean your ears if you notice a build-up of yellow wax on the earplugs when you take them out of your ears. Be careful not to push it in. Gently push and rub so that it clears the ear canal without pushing the wax further in.
5. If you can, avoid moving your jaw while using earplugs. Depending on the shape of your jaw and its proximity to your ear canal, opening and closing your jaw can loosen the earplugs. While it is of course impossible not to move your jaw during a phone call, try not to move your jaw too much while using the earbuds for other purposes.
   • For example, if you chew a piece of gum or eat a snack while listening to music with the earplugs, the jaw movement can loosen the caps and make them slip out of your ears.

Method 2 of 2: Using wireless earbuds

1. Pair the earbuds with your phone or other device. Tap the Bluetooth button on your phone or other device (e.g. tablet or computer) and turn it on. Then tap the "Search" button on the side of one earbud. When the earbuds appear in your phone's Bluetooth menu, tap them to pair the device. Note that it may take a while if you try to pair your earbuds with a device that they have not previously been paired with.
   • Please refer to your phone's user guide for specific instructions on how to pair with a wireless device.
2. Control the earbuds with the supplied remote control. Many pairs of wireless earbuds come with a small remote, usually about 2 inches by 3 inches. Use the interface of this remote to skip tracks, adjust the volume of what you're listening to or mute a phone call.
   • Make sure you always have the remote control with you when you are outside (e.g. when jogging with the earplugs); otherwise it would be difficult to control your music.
   • If you forget the remote, you can always control the music you're listening to with your phone (or other device).
3. Tap the buttons on the side of the earbuds if they don't have a remote. Several other brands of earbuds do not have a remote control, but have small buttons on the side. Use these buttons to pause, play or skip songs you are listening to, or to answer, mute, or hang up a phone call. Check the buttons before putting the tips in your ear so you don't accidentally tap the wrong button.
   • If you think the buttons are too small to press precisely with your fingers, you can always use your phone's interface to adjust music or hang up a phone call.
4. Clean the earplugs if you notice that you have a build-up of ear wax. If wax from your ears has covered part of the inside of the earbuds, clean them with a cotton swab and a little rubbing alcohol. Wipe the surfaces of the earbuds until you have removed all of the wax.
   • Do not use soap to clean wireless earbuds and never rinse them under the tap.
5. Charge the wireless earbuds when you're not using them. While the exact charging mechanism varies from one set of earbuds to another, most have a small port that charges them. Keep the port plugged into an electrical outlet in your bedroom or living room. When you're not using the earbuds, connect them to the charging port.
   • If you forget to charge the earbuds, you won't be able to use them whenever you want. For example, if you're using them for an important business call, empty earplugs can be a serious problem.

Tips

• As battery and wireless technology improves, wireless earbuds last longer without needing to be charged. Some batteries last for more than 30 to 35 hours.