Have you ever wondered what the hash marks, black diamonds, and red squares on a tape measure mean? We'll help crack the code—and show you how to use the tool.

You may be surprised all the things a tape measure can do. Here’s how to use a tape measure to make your projects easier.

You may be surprised all the things a tape measure can do. Here’s how to use a tape measure to make your projects easier.

To measure something with a tape measure, it's important to remember how the sliding hook on the end of the tape works. With that in mind, there are two main methods to using a measuring tape to ...

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 ...

Before we talk about measuring for accessories, let’s start with the basics: how to measure your truck bed’s dimensions. For starters, you’ll need at least a 10-foot or longer tape measure, along with ...