To use this cutter, you need to have a clear vision and idea of how you want the finished product to look. Start locating the branches which are damaged and dead out of place. Now choose the right time to prune the tree branches. We say winter or early spring would be best when most of the trees start having shed leaves. Once you get the branches, pick up the tree pruner and lift it slowly towards the branch you want to cut. Make sure to use pruners that have sharp blades to make a smooth cut and give shape. And lastly, prune them. If you want to grow a shorter branch, prune inside the node. But if you want a longer branch, prune the branch outside the node.