6 5. 4. 3. 2. 1 open strings on the guitar responding to the notes you need to learn and memorize start picking exercises from 1st string to 6 ad per note E,B,G,D,A,E you have to practice the picking up and down motion of you are hand to get them into synchronisation etc. Sit on a stool upright position keeping the guitar on your knees as you feel the right way to practice till you become familiar with the six strings on the instrument.