• If you use an elastic band, you will thread the elastic through the hole in the puller, then insert the two ends together to form a knot. You need to tie it so that the end of the string is longer than it is out.

Hook on the button of pants. After hooking the slider, you'll hook it to the button.

• If using an elastic, pull the longer part of the string and hook it to the button of the pants.
• If you want to fix the zipper on clothing other than pants, you can hook a strap or an elastic band to the button on the outfit, such as a button on a skirt or skirt bottom. Note that this works better with hidden zippers or skirts, as the zipper or elastic band you use will be exposed if the zipper is visible.

Pull up the pants and button. You will hold the zipper or rubber band in place on the button and pull the zipper up. The landing gear should cover both the top of the zipper and the strap or elastic. With the support of the key chain ring or elastic strap, the zipper will not slip off.

• Be careful when using the toilet as you will need to unbutton your pants, then unscrew the keychains before taking them off.

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Method 2 of 3: Replace the damaged slider

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   Unlock pants and locate the lock. A trouser locker is a small detail used to prevent the slider from slipping out of the serrated. Slide the cover over the buckle back, use your index finger and thumb on the front to block the lock on the same side as the slider.

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   Use crab pliers to remove the buckle. Note that you should only cut the plastic or metal buckle, not affect the cloth behind the buckle to avoid damaging the zipper.
   • After locking and removing the lock, use the tweezers to remove the remaining locking block to ensure it is completely removed.

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   Slide the broken slider off the buckle. Once unlocked, you should be able to easily pull the slider off the zipper and replace it. You may need a slight tug to pull the new slider over the old lockout.
   • Remember to keep the right side of the slider facing upwards as you slide it onto the zipper. Once attached to the zipper, the slider should move up and down easily.

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   Insert a new trouser lock on the zipper. You will use the tweezers to grab the new lock, then put the locking foot on the cloth tape of the zipper, right in place of the old lock.
   • Use sharp-tip pliers to press the locking end on the zipper edge, the locking leg will pierce backward.
   • Continue to use tight grip to fix the lock position, then try the new zipper to see if the lock runs smoothly and even slips down by itself.
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Method 3 of 3: Take care of the zipper

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   Pull all the locks up before putting the clothes in the washing machine. To protect your zipper, be sure to fully pull the zipper of your pants, tops, skirts, skirts and shorts before washing them.
   • To ensure the lock does not slip out during washing and drying, you can use a tape needle to secure the lock by passing the tape over the slider and securing the garment.

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   Dry zippered clothing over low heat. High temperatures can damage locks, especially plastic locks. Use low heat and minimize drying time. Mixing in the dryer can damage some types of locks.
   • You should also remove the locked clothes from the dryer and spread them flat as soon as they are done. Doing so will prevent the lock from twisting, thus avoiding lock jam and many other problems.

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   Know that there may be wrinkles around the zipper. Don't be too alarmed if the zipper becomes wrinkled after washing it. Most garments will shrink a little during washing and cause the lock to crease. These wrinkles are usually not too prominent, depending on the material of the dress is the material of the zipper.
   • Clothing made from 100% cotton is easy to shrink, thus causing visible wrinkles around the cotton-polyester tape of the zipper. Hang clothes made of cotton and other shrinkable materials and dry them instead of drying them in a dryer.
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