People are just learning the 'correct' way to open soda cans

We've all been there, grabbing a fizzy drink for that sweet, refreshing hit on a scorching day. They're delicious and satisfying, but cracking open a can can sometimes be more trouble than it's worth. You risk damaging your nails, and the darn thing can be a pain to open.

It's one of those annoying little challenges that often turns out trickier than you'd think. But fret no more over the hassle, as a clever TikTok user known as @ purewow has got you covered.

In a straightforward video , she demonstrates the easiest method to pop open your can without any struggle, and the trick is both quick and effortless. The post was introduced with: "If you've found yourself with a fresh manicure and a craving for a Diet Coke, don't worry. Here's how to open soda cans with long nails, just use a spoon and your mani will stay intact," reports the Mirror .

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In her tutorial , she advises viewers to ditch using their fingers to pry open the can. Instead, grab a spoon and leverage the end to lift the tab. The spoon's edge slots neatly into the pull tab, allowing you to open it immediately without any hassle. It's truly that simple.

Purewow is a treasure trove of tips and reviews on a variety of items. From culinary shortcuts to proper chopping techniques, she's a veritable wellspring of wisdom for everyday life hacks.

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However, if you ever find yourself needing to use your fingers, there's a correct way to do it. Firstly, place your finger behind the top of the tab.

Doing this will position the other end of the tab more centrally, enabling you to open the indentation. From this point, simply slide your finger under the tab and pull it open.

If this method fails for any reason, you can resort to using a butter knife or another flat object to gently pry it open. In short, there are several ways to accomplish this task.

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