step-by-step pictures

noun phrase
UK /ˌstep baɪ ˈstep ˈpɪktʃəz/
US /ˌstep baɪ ˈstep ˈpɪktʃərz/

Pictures that show you how to do something one small part at a time.

The recipe has step-by-step pictures so I can see how to make the cake.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A series of images that show the order of events in a process.

The science book uses step-by-step pictures to show how a plant grows.

3. Photos arranged in order to help someone build or fix something.

He followed the step-by-step pictures to put the toy together.

4. A visual sequence used for teaching a skill.

The teacher showed step-by-step pictures of how to tie a shoelace.