How to wire an electrical outlet properly?

To wire an electrical outlet properly, first turn off the power to the circuit. Remove the cover plate and outlet from the electrical box. Connect the black wire to the brass screw, the white wire to the silver screw, and the ground wire to the green screw. Secure the wires with the screws and carefully tuck them back into the box. Finally, reattach the outlet and cover plate, and turn the power back on to test the outlet.