<human>:  How do I clean fish the proper way?
<bot>: The best way to clean fish is to first rinse the fish with cold water. Next, use a sharp knife to remove the scales by scraping from tail to head. Then, carefully cut along the back and belly to open the fish. Finally, remove the skeleton and discard inedible parts. Rinse the inside of the fish with cold water and pat dry with a paper towel.