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Apply just enough pressure to the strings so that they ring clearly. If you press down too hard, you tire out your hand and bend the string out of tune. ... This pressure is how hard you press down the string. You're going to need to practice a little before you can fret cleanly.
How do you press down ukulele strings?
Aim to press down as close to right behind the fret as possible – almost as if you are pressing right down on the fret. Avoid barring way behind the fret. You're able to hold down the strings easier the closer your fingers are to the fret.
How hard should I press guitar strings?
When holding down guitar strings to play guitar, you should press down on guitar strings only as hard as you have to for the note to play properly. Anything harder and you're only putting strain on the tips of your fingers, and anything less will result in the note playing poorly or not at all.
