I did the tap, rack, bang drill. Whats that?

[rogerthedodger]

Anybody explain to me what this means?
Thank you, Roger

[ripley16]

It is a drill to clear a malfunction in a pistol. There are a couple variations, but in general you;
smack the bottom of the mag to insure it is seated all the way, then rack the slide to clear a possble bad round and load another. Bang = pull the trigger.

[rogerthedodger]

thank you.
Roger