I tear as I go....makes for the end job not so bad..also, I don't tweeze the tiny bits out. Really, they melt away in the washer, so I don't worry about it. If they don't come out with a good shake and hand brushing..they just stay. I also sit outside in the porch swing when I can to remove paper. I don't have to sweep the floor that way either. Can you tell how lazy I am??