The directions are a little shaky. They could had been written a lot better. As far as the desk is concerned, it will due, but it's not the best overall desk that you'd like to buy. Not unless you are looking for something that will just tide you over until a better piece is bought. The back leg that is supposed to hold up the corner, the screws are not long enough, so if you move this desk that part will certainly fall off. The two top sections of the desk do not fit well, so the surface is not smooth. For the sale price, it'll due. For the regular price of $300, you'd be better off looking for something better, something more stable and better crafted.