A standardized, unique protocol for cold sintering process has not been defined yet especially regarding how temperature and pressure shall be applied. Here, a description of the approaches adopted in previous works is presented. The solvent is added to the ceramic powder by mixing for few minutes to promote an intimate contact between the liquid and the solid. The ceramic paste is then poured in a steel die (typically cylindrical) and it is pressed by a hydraulic or mechanical press. The apparatus is also provided with a heating system, usually a heating jacket wrapped around the die, or two hot plates placed above and below the die. Fig. 3 resumes schematically the CSP process.