A staple remover (also known as a staple decleater, staple puller, destapler, butterfly or crimper) is a device that allows for the quick removal of a staple from a material without causing damage. Although a simple metal wedge can be used, this method tends to tear fragile papers. For light gauge staples, many people instead use a device consisting of two opposing wedges on a pivot.

For convenience, this device has a spring that returns it to the open position after use. Some staplers, mainly small ones that are about 1.5 inches (3.8 cm) long contain an integrated staple remover. This is basically a piece of metal that is slid under each "curled" side of the staple and turned to loosen the staple.

Staple removers are known as decleaters in many former British colonies, such as Barbados. Proper use of the opposing wedge staple remover should also be noted. The most appropriate use of a stapler remover (also known as a joodger) is to simultaneously clip the 2 folded pieces, raise them from the paper, and then gently clip the front flat side while pulling entire staple gingerly out of paper to discard.

Highly skilled individuals can complete this task with minimal damage having been inflicted upon the previously conjoined pages.

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