step-by-step tech instructions
noun phraseUK /ˌstep baɪ ˈstep tek ɪnˈstrʌkʃənz/
US /ˌstep baɪ ˈstep tɛk ɪnˈstrʌkʃənz/
A list that tells you one small thing to do at a time to make a computer or gadget work.
I followed the step-by-step tech instructions to set up my new tablet.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A numbered guide for fixing or installing software and devices.
The step-by-step tech instructions showed how to install the update.
3. A beginner-friendly walkthrough that breaks a complex task into easy parts.
These step-by-step tech instructions helped Grandma connect to Wi-Fi.
4. A written procedure used in classrooms to teach students how to use digital tools.
The teacher handed out step-by-step tech instructions for the coding app.