How to use a tape measure is simple when you’re aware of all the parts of the item, from lock to hook to blade. Illustration: Ellie Schiltz/Getty Images ...

Though it is many decades since paper tape was commonly used as a data input or storage medium, it still holds a fascination for many who work with computers. Over the years we’ve featured mo… ...

If you have ever used a tape measure, you may have noticed a little hole or slot on the end of it. We'll tell you what that is and what it's for.

This paper tape seems to work quite well so far, albeit with the compromise that due to the current drawn by each solenoid (~1.7A) only one solenoid gets activated at any time.

A tape measure comes with several markings that some may not know, like the black diamonds. Here's what those symbols mean and how you can use them.

Tape measures are available in a range of lengths, from 6-foot keychain versions to 100-foot “long tapes” for home appraisals and construction use. Twenty-five-foot tape measures are the most ...

With Measure Tools – AR Ruler, you never have to remember to bring a tape measure again. Your phone becomes a smart, augmented reality (AR) ruler you can pull out anytime, anywhere.

To try this trick on your next project, you'll need a measuring tape, an index card, and a binder clip. First, ensure that the index card is situated inside the corner, flush against the edge.