Place the applicator on top of the can and press down. The plunger will rise as the applicator fills. Insert the applicator two or three inches into your vagina and depress plunger. With plunger still depressed, remove applicator. Wash the applicator with soap and water.
Some manufacturers sell single use applicators which can be handy for travel and dates.
Remove film square from wrapper and fold in half. Fold it in half again over your finger. Insert your finger into your vagina and deposit the film over your cervix. Your finger must be dry to start with and you must insert it quickly, otherwise it will stick to your finger and come back out when you remove your finger. Using your index finger, insert deep into the vagina near the cervix.