Small Claims Appeal / Trial De Novo, I Lost As the Plantiff

My question involves business law in the state of: I lost the trial de novo and it says If i disagree with the courts's decision, you may appeal he decision on the OTHER PARTY'S CLAIMS. WHAT DOES THE OTHER PARTY CLAIMS MEAN? and how do I do the appeal , I am the Plaintiff in the small claims. Thanks

Small Claims Appeal / Trial De Novo, I Lost As the Plantiff