When performing nail enhancement filing, select the stroke type that is advised:

• A. Long strokes with light pressure
• B. Short, forceful strokes
• C. Round and rubbing strokes with high pressure
• D. Jerky, rapid motions

Answer: (A)

In nail enhancement filing, you want controlled, even material removal with minimal heat and a smooth finish. Long, smooth strokes with light pressure achieve that by spreading contact over a larger area, which reduces the chance of creating gouges or heat spots. This approach lets you blend the shape and free edge gradually, keeping the nail’s natural curve and producing a consistent surface.

Short, forceful strokes concentrate pressure and can gouge or leave ridges. Circular or rubbing motions with high pressure generate excess friction and heat, risking damage to the enhancement. Jerky, rapid motions are uneven and produce a rough, inconsistent surface.