Hook the two ends of the object to fix them together. If you use a ratchet belt to hold multiple objects together, such as two large frames, wrap the ratchet belt around these objects and simply hook the two ends together. This will create a large, safe loop. Keep in mind that this technique will keep objects together, but will not keep them in place.

To bundle goods, pass the belt through the bottom of the ratchet. The groove at the bottom of the ratchet, called the "spindle", is used to fix the length of the webbing. To thread the belt, start under the ratchet and push it up through the spindle. The threaded tape shall then be placed straight and its length shall overlap the second tape on the other side of the ratchet. Continue to pass the strap through the spindle until you feel the tension. Remember, you can tighten it with a ratchet later, so don't worry too much about its length.