how do i raise or lower the action on my guitar?

Question

it just a crappy epiphone les paul 100

Answer 1

What kind of guitar is it?

The string action can be raise or lowered by adjusting the bridge. If you don't feel comfortable adjusting the bridge yourself try your local guitar dealer. They usually employ technicians to help with guitar modification. Basically the raise or lower your bridge adjust the screws on both sides of the bridge. This is another trial and error process so adjust the bridge a little at a time and test. If you adjust the bridge to low your guitar may fret out. This means that the strings are adjusted to low and give false tones when certain notes are depressed on the fretboard. Also if you go to high your action may make it more difficult to play chords on your guitar. So a little adjustment can go a long way.

Answer 2

ask a pro at a guitar center for advice too.