Here's How You Should REALLY Use These 18 Things

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Ever wonder if you're using everyday things the right way? Check out our video, "Here's How You Should REALLY Use These 18 Things." Did you know that the notched corners on snap-off blades have a purpose? The trailing edge notch helps the blade slide smoothly, while the leading edge notch helps separate new blades during manufacturing. Discover more cool details like this and make the most out of your stuff!  Credit: 17mikala / Reddit Tokioka / Reddit Animation is created by Bright Side.  ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Music from TheSoul Sound: https://thesoul-sound.com/   Check our Bright Side podcast on Spotify and leave a positive review! https://open.spotify.com/show/0hUkPxD34jRLrMrJux4VxV   Subscribe to Bright Side: https://goo.gl/rQTJZz ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Our Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brightside Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brightside.official TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brightside.official?lang=en   Stock materials (photos, footages and other): https://www.depositphotos.com https://www.shutterstock.com https://www.eastnews.ru ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------  For more videos and articles visit: http://www.brightside.me  ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This video is made for entertainment purposes. We do not make any warranties about the completeness, safety and reliability. Any action you take upon the information in this video is strictly at your own risk, and we will not be liable for any damages or losses. It is the viewer's responsibility to use judgement, care and precaution if you plan to replicate.

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00:00You see these blades? They have notched corners to make your cutting experience smoother.

00:06The front edge notch helps with separating blades during manufacturing, while the trailing

00:11edge notch helps the blade glide easily. And a fun fact – that notch on the front also

00:17helps you spot unused sections of the blade – just a little visual indicator to make

00:22your life easier!

00:23When it comes to silver vs. black blades, they're both made from the same stuff. But

00:28black blades are sharper and are better suited for cutting through tough materials, while

00:33silver blades strike a balance between cutting power and durability. If you want that extra

00:39cutting oomph, go for black. Oh, almost forgot – the only thing those blades aren't meant

00:44to cut is food. It has a rust-proofing oil coating, which is not safe for humans.

00:52Check this one out – it's totally giving me childhood vibes! I remember my grandma

00:57having tomato-shaped pin cushions just like this. And sometimes they would look more like

01:02a salad, with a little pepper thrown in there. Well, believe it or not, this salad actually

01:08has a purpose! The tomato keeps your pins in place, while the pepper keeps them sharp.

01:14Those peppers are filled with sand, which helps keep your pins nice and sharp. And it's

01:19not just sand – crushed walnuts can also be used to keep your pins in tip-top shape.

01:26Look at this multiple pocket tool and this little hook on it. It's a bit of a mystery,

01:31but it's actually pretty handy. I counted at least 4 different applications.

01:351. You can use it to carry all sorts of awkward stuff, like camping gear or heavy parcels.

01:422. Need to twist some wire or play around with knots? The parcel hook has got you covered.

01:483. This hook can save the day with those stubborn zippers, like the ones on your luggage.

01:534. It's great for pretending to be a budget version of Captain Hook.

01:58If you know more applications, let me know in the comments!

02:02Apple users, with this feature, you'll never get laundry surprises again.

02:07Now, I bet you've had this situation at least once in your life. You wash your stuff,

02:12and when you take it out of the washing machine, the size seems to only fit your cat.

02:18Your iPhone camera can actually translate those funky laundry symbols for you.

02:22There are two requirements, though. You must have iOS 17, and your phone must be in English.

02:28Take a photo of the care label, go to the Photos app, and see the details of the image.

02:33Everything will be automatically decoded and explained to you.

02:39Many toasters come with nifty removable crumb trays at the bottom. It's super important to

02:44give these trays a good clean every now and then to keep your toaster running smoothly

02:49and avoid any potential fire hazards. Just pop them out, shake out the crumbs,

02:54and you're good to go. Where you shake them out is up to you.

02:58Those little compartments on your gas pump aren't just for show – they're actually there to hold

03:02your cap while you're filling up. This nifty feature keeps things tidy and prevents any

03:08spills or drips on the handle. So, say goodbye to messy refueling experiences and hello to a

03:14cleaner pump. Plus, it makes the whole process way more convenient and efficient.

03:21Now I'll bet your oven gets so greasy and dirty sometimes that you can even hear it oink! Just

03:27kidding. I know you're a tidy person. Anyway, if you're looking for a way to bring your kitchen

03:32cleaning to a whole new level, here's a tip for you. Most oven doors have handy latches

03:38that let you pop the door off for easy cleaning, saving your poor back from the strain.

03:45When you're draining noodles or potatoes, there's no need to bother transferring everything to a

03:50colander in the sink. Just throw the colander right into the pot, hold it down, and pour the

03:56liquid out. It makes life so much easier, especially when you want to save that starchy

04:01water for recipes. It's a must for authentic pasta, by the way.

04:07So let's say you've snagged this gem at a thrift store a while back for just under a dollar.

04:12It's seen better days, serving as an ashtray, but you decide it's time to give it a new lease on

04:18life. Here's the lowdown on how to make it shine again. Mix up a solution of boiling water,

04:24baking soda, and table salt in a bowl lined with aluminum foil. Let the piece soak for about 15

04:31minutes, and repeat this process 3 times. In between soaks, gently scrub any rough spots

04:38with a microfiber cloth. After the final soak, dry the piece off and rub on some toothpaste,

04:44baking soda, and peroxide. Buff out any remaining tarnish with a clean, dry microfiber cloth.

04:51Rinse it off, and now your piece is practically gleaming like a mirror!

04:57These aluminum foil boxes have nifty little tabs on the sides that make it super easy to grab a

05:03sheet without any hassle. It's like a fancy little bonus that makes the product a breeze

05:08and ensures you'll have a smooth sailing experience every time.

05:13Manual can openers often come with a handy built-in feature, also known as a bottle opener.

05:19It's like getting two tools in one. But did you know that this bottle opener actually has another

05:25useful function? It can help you loosen those stubborn hard-to-open jars. Simply lift the lid

05:31slightly at a couple of points with the bottle opener, and then watch it as it effortlessly

05:37twists right off. Yeah! Okay, I just found that, apparently, you're supposed to save the first and

05:45last slices of a loaf of sliced bread for last. It's like a bread hack or something. Apparently,

05:51those end pieces help keep the rest of the bread fresher for longer, and you shouldn't eat them

05:55until you've devoured the rest of the loaf. So, next time you're making a sandwich,

06:00save those heel slices for the very end. Even bread-eating needs a good strategy.

06:06Look at those blue levers on the top rack of your dishwasher. I was curious about them too,

06:11and it turns out they are actually water bottle sprayers. They help to ensure that

06:16your bottles get a thorough cleaning and rinse during the wash cycle.

06:22Many vegetable peelers have those little scoops on top for taking out the eyes from potatoes.

06:27And here's a cool tip. You can actually use vegetable peelers in both directions to peel

06:32faster. But most people just stick to one direction. When using yellow mustard,

06:39make sure to push the lid of the bottle all the way open until you hear a satisfying click. This

06:45way, the lid will stay securely in place and won't get in the way when you're dispensing the mustard

06:50onto your food. It's a simple step that can make your condiment experience hassle-free and enjoyable.

06:56So there. You know that little hole at the end of your pot or pan? Well, it's not just for show.

07:04You can actually use it as a handy holder for your forks and spoons. Next time you're cooking

07:09up a storm in the kitchen, just pop your utensils in that convenient little hole and keep them close

07:15at hand. Okay, just a heads-up to remember to switch the direction of your ceiling fan for

07:22the changing weather, and to give it a good clean too. I've seen that a lot of folks found

07:27it helpful before to reverse the fan's direction by flipping a switch for different seasons. So

07:33this is just a friendly reminder to go ahead and do it again, pushing hot air down and pulling cold

07:39air up. When you're chowing down for some pizza, just tear off the top of the box and use it as a

07:47big old plate. You can even rip the box in half and fold it to save some leftovers for later.

07:54Well, that's it for today. What, you want to know more cool facts? Sure,

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