How To Fix A Swingline Stapler. Take out any staples that are jammed into the swingline stapler by twisting them as you pull with a pair of needle nose pliers. Then, push down like you normally use the stapler to expel the jammed staple.
Annoying design but its fixable.the copper staple pusher shown on the bottom r. Pull the plastic top up to expose the stapler tray. Took 3 days to figure out.