Article: If you're used to removing your wet clothes as soon as they've finished washing, try holding off until the spin cycle is complete. The rapid movement of the drum will whisk excess moisture out of the pants, getting them that much closer to dry by the time they go into the dryer. Think of it as giving yourself a head start. The spin cycle only takes an average of 5-10 minutes on most washing machines, but has the potential to save you a considerable amount of drying time, depending on the material of the item. Towels are designed to be absorbent, which means they'll soak up water every time they collide with your wet trousers. The moisture will be distributed between the towel and pants, and the pants will dry faster as a resultyou can worry about the towel later. Make sure the towel you use is made from a moisture-wicking material like cotton. Be sure to remove the towel after about 15 minutes. After that, it will just start contributing moisture to the rest of the load. Instead of using one of the dryer's presets, select a specific time frame and make sure the heat level is as high as it can go. When the timer goes off, check the pants. If they still feel damp, put them back in for 5 minutes at a time until they feel dry to the touch. You might be surprised by how little time it actually takes to get your clothes dry. Most people are used to loading the dryer, twisting the dial to "normal," and letting it run until it's finished. If you're in a hurry, however, this can really eat into your time, and may not even be necessary. Drying natural materials like cotton on high heat regularly may cause shrinking or damage the fabric. Remove the lint trap from the top of the dryer and tap it over a trash can to loosen the dust and fibers that have accumulated on it, then slide it back into place. Keeping the lint trap clean ensures that your dryer is performing at peak efficiency, and could shave an extra few minutes off your total drying time. A pristine lint trap channels heat and air much more efficiently than one that's blocked up with debris. Get in the habit of emptying the lint trap after every 2-3 loads of laundry you run through the dryer. It's also a good idea to make sure the exhaust duct that carries hot air out of the dryer isn't blocked up. Over time, dust, lint, and cobwebs can accumulate inside, reducing air flow and creating a potential fire hazard.
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Take advantage of the spin cycle. Throw a dry towel in the dryer. Use a timed dry with a high heat setting. Clear the lint trap.