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If you need to open a can but you don't have a can opener, you can use a spoon instead. Hold the spoon’s handle and place the tip of the spoon into the groove on top of the can. Press down firmly and move the spoon back and forth along the groove. Once the groove splits, slide the spoon into the opening and move it up and down to pry the lid off. You can also open a can with a knife. Place the tip of the knife between the edge of the lid and the rim. Then, tap the butt of the handle with the palm of your hand to drive the tip of the knife through the lid. Pull the knife out and put the tip between the rim and the edge next to your first cut. Tap the handle with the palm over your hand again to make another cut. Repeat the process until you’ve gone all the way around the rim, then pry the lid off with the tip of your knife. When you’re opening the can, wear gloves if you have them, and watch out for the sharp edge of the can’s lid. If you want to learn more about how to use a spoon or other utensil to open your can, keep reading!