1. Tilt the chair towards you.

2. Push down on the rear section of the cross brace that is nearest to you with the heel of your hand.  Have you fingers facing toward the middle of the seat upholstery.  Do not put your fingers under the cross braces.

3. When the chair has unfolded as far as possible rest the chair on the ground.  Push down on the rear section of both cross brace with the heel of your hands until the chair is completely opened

4. To fold the chair, pull up on the center of the upholstery in the front and rear of the seat upholstery.