Asking for Instructions
How do you (do this)?
How do I . . . ?
What is the best way to . . . ?
How do I go about it?
What do you suggest?
How do you suggest I proceed?
What is the first step?
Giving Instructions
First, (you) . . .
Then, (you) . . .
Next, (you) . . .
Lastly, (you) . . .
Sequencing
Before you begin, (you should . . .)
The first thing you do is . . . .
I would start by . . .
The best place to begin is . . .
Starting out
After that,
The next step is to . . .
The next thing you do is . . .
Once you've done that, then . . .
When you finish that, then . . .
To begin with,
Continuing
The last step is . . .
The last thing you do is . . .
In the end,
When you've finished,
When you've completed all the steps,
Finishing
Great
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