Should the clutch be fully depressed when shifting gears in a manual transmission?

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When shifting gears in a manual transmission, fully depressing the clutch is necessary to completely disengage the engine from the transmission gears. This allows for the gear lever to change the gear set before re-engaging. Shift gears according to the car's speed: Generally, start in first gear, then shift to second gear after moving a few meters. Shift to third gear when the speed reaches above 20 mph but below 35 mph; shift to fourth gear when the speed is above 35 mph but below 45 mph; and shift to fifth gear when the speed exceeds 45 mph. Coordination of clutch and throttle during gear shifting: When shifting gears, the clutch and throttle must be well-coordinated. Fully depress the clutch and simultaneously release the throttle pedal, then quickly shift to the corresponding gear.