Everyone knows that breaking the slide off a zipper is never fun. Luckily, Instructables user alpe_97 has figured out a way to replace broken zipper slides just by cutting the proper length of wire and running both ends into the connector. Check out the quick fix below.

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Other everyday items that you can also try include a paperclip, key ring, or even a zip tie.