A clothes dryer is an appliance used to remove moisture from washed clothing and textiles. It works by tumbling the clothes in a drum while blowing hot air through them, which evaporates the water. Most dryers have different settings for various fabric types and drying needs, allowing users to customize the drying process. There are two main types of clothes dryers: vented and ventless. Vented dryers expel moist air outside, while ventless dryers use a heat exchanger to condense moisture and collect it in a reservoir. Both types are designed to make laundry tasks more efficient and convenient.