How to properly wash shoes in a washing machine?

How to properly wash shoes in a washing machine?
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Shoes alone in the washer are fine. I’ve washed a pair of Chucks along with a load once as well and that worked out too. Nothing special to it, really. Just make sure the fabric of the shoes can be washed in the first place—and take out the laces! I use the gentle cycle.
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