How To Read A Ruler?

1. Blog: Custompromotionalrulers.com HOW TO READ A RULER? If you are one of those who are discovering the basics of using a ruler for woodworking projects then this article is must read. For novice woodworkers, there are many things to learn when you get into this hobby or business. One of the simplest tasks while working on a project is reading a ruler. We all did it when we went to school once, but professionally, handling engineering ruler scales is a task that requires a lot more proficiency. But trust us it is not that difficult and definitely it doesn’t take time to figure out once you cross the panic stage of learning from a steel ruler. When you observe the pattern and measurement system etched on the face of the ruler is when the process starts. Just look at your ruler, be it a steel ruler, triangular ruler or any ruler - if you look at the longest line that starts from number 1 and then goes to the next number and so on. These numbers are further subdivided by small lines that indicate the decimals of measurement between two units. Let us take the example of an inch scale ruler. Now just try to look in between the two numbers – the longest vertical line you will notice in between indicates the half inch mark. You will also find markings that indicate a quarter and three-quarter inch measurements. These basic indications will help you measure lengths/distance between two points. While working on large scale projects, you might have to use scale rulers that indicate lengths in proportionate terms. These come in handy when you are first drafting the project plan before final execution. These are the basics of reading rulers.