Read a tape measure’s incremental marks for the metric system. Meter or 1m: The 1-meter marking is located at the 1/100 centimeter marking or 10th decimeter marking. It is indicated by a 1m.

Once you've verified the accuracy of your tape measure, it's time to make sure you understand some fractions. Fortunately, the fractions needed to read a tape measure aren't nearly as complicated ...

Some tape measures have magnetic hooks on one end, such as the Milwaukee 25-foot Wide Blade Magnetic Tape Measure. With a magnetic end, you can adhere the hook to studs or metal surfaces, rather ...

Often, when using a tape measure solo, you may find that you have to hold the hooked end secure and read the measurement with your arms spread wide. This leaves you looking at the tape at an angle.