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| [title] Using the external jaws | |
| [* icon_note] Follow this step to get an external measurement such as screw length or screw head diameter. | |
| [* black] Open the jaws wide enough for the object being measured to fit between the [link|https://guide-images.cdn.ifixit.com/igi/4V2yOgaEyCnqSYAS.full|external jaws|new_window=true]. | |
| [* black] Gently close the jaws on the object until they're lightly touching it. | |
| [* red] Check that your object isn't crooked, and its ends are flat against the jaws. | |
| [* black] Read the measurement. | |
| - | [* black] Take the measurement of the object a few times and ensure it's the same each time. If you get |
| + | [* black] Take the measurement of the object a few times and ensure it's the same each time. If you get inconsistent readings, zero the caliper and try again. |
| [* black] ***Zero the caliper before making another measurement.*** |