There are 10 steps in the process. The first step is you check the tags for special washing instructions. This is the most important step, if you separate your laundry by color. After you separate your laundry by color. The third step you sort your clothes by fabric weight. Then you put delicate into mesh wash bags. After you separate out stained clothing before you choose the right washing cycle. Next you set the water temperature. After you pour in detergent and other than you Load your washer with clothes boosters like fabric softener. And finally you turn on your washer.