With no notice, we thought the return was as limited in its operation and in fact we had only the mode "Try me." After turning in all directions, we finally found a switch off / Try me / on the lower bottom of the handle. Phew my son finally sketched a smile. Then another dilemma: there is that blue light was left in position. Can not have the red continuously. In fact just press again several times on the main button until the desired color. There. We hope this comment will help and reassure you, this laser works very well and my son is delighted.