Simple to use, literally the push of a button. I walked away and it did it's job in minutes all while I could get other things done around the house. This is ideal for small messes and a MUST if you have pets, have small children or are clumsy with foods/drinks. It will do the job and you don't have to go rent a big commercial carpet cleaner when a big machine is just not necessaryI'm only sorry I did not read the reviews on it sooner so I would have made the purchase sooner.