One of the most useful tools in your toolbox is the common tape measure. Everybody pretty much knows what to do with a tape measure, but it has some features that you might not have been aware of or might not even notice until now. The video below provides some useful information that will really come in handy the next time you need to use a common tape measure. Knowing these tricks will not only make your future project a lot easier but it will also make you look like a skilled handyman in front of your friends and family.