手て順じゅんを踏ふむ

expression, godan verb (-mu)

follow the proper steps; go through the required procedures

Used when someone follows an established process or protocol, often in formal or official contexts.

• 契けい約やくを結むすぶ前まえに、必かならず手て順じゅんを踏ふんでください。

  Please be sure to follow the proper procedures before signing the contract.

• 彼かれは面めん倒どうでもきちんと手て順じゅんを踏ふむ人ひとだ。

  He is the kind of person who follows the required steps properly even if it's a hassle.