Each type of weapon will have what is frequently referred to as a "manual of arms". This is how a particular gun functions with regard to loading, unloading, making safe, etc. Many are similar, but not all are the same. Your owners manual will contain this info, but if there is anything at all that isn't clear, just ask. There will be responders with more experience who are eager to guide you and won't tell you you are an idiot for not knowing intuitively. There are no dumb questions except the ones that aren't asked.