First, set the beats per minute. If not sure, start with 240, which will give you a beat every 0.25 seconds. Then set the length of your loop (e.g. 4 seconds). This is how often the loop will repeat. Once your beat starts, tap an instrument to add it to the beat. For example, you can add a hi-hat to every other beat, then add in a bass drum or snare. Have fun making sick beats!
Thanks to @CleverSpyKid for helping me with scratch! She's super smart!