The steps for soaking dried Gelidium are as follows:
1. Take a small amount of dried Gelidium according to the number of people eating it and put it into a clean container.
2. Add room-temperature water and submerge the dried Gelidium in the water. In northern areas, soak for about 30 minutes in summer and about 1 hour in winter.
3. After fully soaking, clean the impurities on the outside of the Gelidium.