For safe filing of nail enhancements, apply which combination of stroke length and pressure?

• A. Long strokes with light pressure
• B. Short strokes with heavy pressure
• C. Circular motions with moderate pressure
• D. Diagonal strokes with no pressure

Answer: (A)

Safe filing relies on long strokes with light pressure. This approach removes material gradually and evenly, which helps shape the enhancement without creating heat or thinning the nail too much. Keeping the strokes long and smooth maintains constant contact with the surface, producing a more uniform contour and reducing the risk of gouging the natural nail. Using heavy pressure or very short strokes concentrates friction, can cause heat buildup, ridges, and uneven removal. Circular motions or filing with no pressure won’t give you controlled shaping or effective material removal.