A jacket zip that keeps catching fabric is annoying, especially when you’re trying to get moving. The fix often starts with how you close it.
Before pulling the slider, smooth the fabric beside the zip and make sure the two sides line up. Hold the bottom of the jacket steady, then pull the slider slowly rather than yanking it through resistance.
If it snags, stop. Ease the slider back a little and gently free the trapped fabric. Forcing it can make a small problem worse.
At home, brush away grit or fluff from the zip teeth and check that the slider moves freely. Follow the garment’s care instructions before using any cleaning or zip-care product.
Field tip: Smooth, align, zip. If it catches, reverse — don’t wrestle.