To remove dirt and debris, sweep a carpet using the appropriate broom, dustpan and elbow grease. To effectively lift and loosen dirt from carpet piles, the bottom of the broom should be made with stiff bristles. To reduce the strain on your knees, you can use a small or handleless dustpan.
To avoid missing areas, start at one corner or end of the carpet. Then work your way to the other. Use short, quick strokes. You can sweep up any debris that has accumulated before you finish the job.