This gate features a one-hand slide-loc mechanism, simply squeeze the handle and slide back to open the gate. There is a red/green indicator that shows whether the gate is properly locked. The door swings open for easy walk-thru and closes with a gentle push. The neutral styling and color blends with most home decors. This simple to install metal pressure gate is 30" tall and expands from 30.5"-39.5" with one extension panel which is included. Product dimensions are 30"H x 30.5" (39.5" w/exxtension)W x 1.1"D.