Push the end of the pin in for about a centimeter keeping the flat side towards you.
Opening a locked door with a bobby pin.
Wiggle the bobby pin.
It is the metal part into which the key is inserted.
To open a locked door with a bobby pin separate the 2 ends so you re left with a 90 degree angle in the middle of the pin.
You should also twist another bobby pin to form a hook which you ll need to turn the lock.
Insert the two points of the bobby pin into the lock.
To do this insert the object into the cylinder of the lock.
Easy method to use a bobby pin to open a locked door for any reason.
If however you make a habit of carrying a tension wrench a small item which can fit in most small bags or pockets and a bobby pin you can pick your own lock and get back in your home for free.
Then insert the flat end of the pin into the lock and bend the tip so the rest of the pin is pressed against the door.