Shared bike [Photo via tuchong.com]

For Beijing residents, riding a shared bicycle has become a more common way of transportation. There are various brands of shared bikes for you to choose, like Meituan bicycle, Hellobike, Qingju bike...

Taking Meituan bicycle as an example, we will introduce you how to use a  shared bicycle.

You can download the APP by searching '美团' or Meituan in the App Store.

Open the app and you will see the login page. Firstly, you need to input your telephone number to sign in. On the left side, country code can be chosen. Secondly, a verification code is needed to be taken by SMS. Tap in the code on the left side. Then click the bottom button to start.

Next, you can look for the Meituan bicycles nearby. After finding an available bike, you need to unlock it via the QR code at the back of the seat.

Then you can just start your bike tour. Don't forget to lock the bike after the tour or you will be continually charged.

Charging standard of Meituan bicycle: CNY ¥1.5 for half an hour, CNY ¥3 for an hour, charged per half hour, and the minimum unit is half an hour, that is, even if you only ride after unlocking 2 minutes, also charge 30 minutes. You can also choose a bicycle time card or month card.