The Little Notch On Your Tape Measure Is Not Broken

Two overlooked features turn it into a tool you didn't know you owned.

The metal hook on your tape measure wobbles a little. That wiggle is deliberate, not worn out.

It slides exactly the thickness of the hook, so measurements stay accurate whether you push or pull.

Look closer and you'll spot a tiny slot or serrated edge on the hook too.

That notch grabs a screw head or scratches a mark, letting you measure solo with no pencil.