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Tired of battling stubborn dirt and dust on your surfaces? Discover a game-changing trick that will revolutionize your cleaning routine and keep your home looking pristine. Say goodbye to repetitive scrubbing and hello to a more efficient way to maintain a fresh environment. This quick solution will help you prevent grime from sticking, saving you valuable time and effort.
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00:00There's a tricky anti-rodent disc to make sure no rat is aboard.
00:04Rats usually get on a boat via mooring chains, so this disc fits onto them.
00:09And no rodent can go on a voyage.
00:12Jewelry is often sold in small pouches.
00:14They actually have a hidden purpose.
00:17They help prevent tarnish.
00:18Most retailers assure that the ring or whatsoever was sold is safe and secure.
00:24In most supermarkets, oranges usually come in mesh bags.
00:28Well, those bags don't really have any hidden purpose, but you can turn it into a great scrubbing tool.
00:33Just tie it up and see how it works next time you have an extra greasy frying pan.
00:38You don't need to scoop the jam out of a double yogurt container section.
00:42This type of plastic is quite flexible, so you just need to fold it in half and pour the jam
00:47directly into the yogurt section.
00:50The hidden function of a cup plunger is actually that it was meant to be used for sinks.
00:55Yeah, it works for toilets too, but you can keep an extra one to unclog the sink in case you
01:00need it.
01:01An extra hole at the upper part of the sink has multiple hidden functions.
01:06First, in case someone forgets to close the tap, the water won't overflow, and the bathroom won't get flooded.
01:12Second, thanks to that hole, the water drains faster, as it gives an escape for the air helping the water
01:18flow down.
01:20Most metallic zippers have a hidden lock inside them to save them from awkward situations, such as an undone fly.
01:27Don't leave the zipper handle in an upward position.
01:29When you pull it downwards, it automatically locks.
01:32It's all thanks to those tiny grooves hidden underneath the handle.
01:37Bath foam isn't only for fun or a nice smell.
01:40It also helps regulate the temperature.
01:42The bubbles keep the water hot, so you can enjoy a bath a bit longer.
01:46Anyway, it works for acrylic bathtubs only.
01:48Those made of metal lose heat really fast either way.
01:52Escalator brushes aren't for keeping your shoes clean and polished.
01:56It might be tough to apply wax right on that brush while the escalator's moving.
02:00It's for our safety.
02:02Brushes won't let you come close to the edge, so a long coat or boot cut jeans won't end up
02:07in between the steps.
02:09Originally, golf balls were smooth.
02:11They have a dimpled surface now because players noticed that overused balls with damages flew better than brand new ones.
02:18At some point, manufacturers started producing balls with dimples.
02:24If you take a box of aluminum foil, you'll see tabs you can press on the side.
02:28They keep the foil straight and prevent it from rolling.
02:32It's also easier to tear off some amount of foil thanks to those tabs.
02:36Jerrycans have three handles for a reason.
02:39It's a smart designer move, so when you carry it alone, you use only the central handle to distribute the
02:44weight evenly.
02:45But your friend wants to help you out.
02:47Each of you grabs the side handle.
02:49Two flat prongs you can see on standard plugs used in North and Central America make sense.
02:55But how about those holes near the tips?
02:57Thanks to them, the outlet firmly grips the plug so that it won't loosen or fall out of the socket.
03:03It's sometimes irritating when you haven't used the entire stick of deodorant.
03:07There's a little bit more left, but it's hard to reach it.
03:11Okay, the trick is easy.
03:12Unscrew the bottom, take a pencil, and force it underneath that moving platform.
03:17That way, you'll push what's left of the deodorant out.
03:21There's a number put on the side of many cosmetic products.
03:24It isn't picked randomly.
03:26It tells you how long your product will last after you've opened it.
03:29This is why it has an open jar for a graphic symbol.
03:33A linch roller is good at removing those tiny fibers, but you can also use it to clean other stuff.
03:37For example, when you want to remove the dirt from the utensil tray in your dishwasher,
03:42simply take your sticky linch roller and put it into each compartment,
03:46and all the crumbs, dirt, and leftovers are all gone.
03:50Kings depicted on playing cards are real historical characters.
03:54Spades, King David.
03:56Clubs, Alexander the Great.
03:58Hearts, Charles the Great.
04:00Diamonds, Julius Caesar.
04:03Rings used to be more than a stylish accessory.
04:06The nobility used rings as a seal.
04:08Archers wore rings to protect their fingers from bowstring injuries,
04:12while needlewomen from needle pricks.
04:15Detachable headrests in cars are all about safety.
04:19If you pull it out of a seat, you'll see two pretty sturdy bars.
04:22If you ever get locked or trapped in a car,
04:24you can get out of there smashing the window with these bars.
04:28A little arrow next to the refueling indicator on the car's dashboard
04:32indicates which side of the vehicle has fuel tank openings.
04:36It's useful when you need to refuel a rented car.
04:39You are probably using shampoo wrong all the time.
04:42Well, the main thing you should know is that you don't apply it directly on your hair.
04:46You gotta apply it onto the roots only.
04:49The foam that you make is enough to clean your hair.
04:52A button on the reverse side of a shirt collar is needed to hold a tie in place.
04:56Anyway, this button was designed for slim ties that are not that popular today,
05:01so this button is only an element of design.
05:04A cotton pads pack has those strings on it to hang it on some hook or holder.
05:09There's no need to untighten and tighten the pack again.
05:12Look at the bottom. It has a perforated line.
05:15Tear along it and just pull out a cotton pad from a hanging pad.
05:19It's a myth that the red side of the eraser is for pencil and the blue one is for ink.
05:24The blue gets rid of mistakes on thicker types of paper only.
05:28It works both for pencil and even ink.
05:30But make sure the paper is really thick.
05:33But that blue little thing can do so much more.
05:35It can polish your jewelry, clean your electronics.
05:38For example, the screen of your cell phone.
05:40You know those irritating sticker residues that won't peel off?
05:44Eraser helps there too.
05:45Same as with cleaning scuffed up suede or dirt you have on your walls.
05:49There's no need to tear one of its edges on stick sachets.
05:52The right way is to tear them down the middle.
05:55You say it's not a big difference, but at least there's less mess with those torn paper bits.
06:00A small V-patch at the bottom of the collar helps put on the sweater without losing any shape over
06:05time
06:05because it's made of a double layer of webbing material, just like waistbands and cuffs.
06:11To avoid spilling juice right onto your t-shirt, try pouring it from the other side of the carton.
06:16This way, it sloshes less and it's easier to control.
06:20To enjoy fresh and soft peanut butter, store it upside down.
06:24This way, the oils won't stay on the bottom all the time and distribute evenly in the jar.
06:30Yeah, you've heard before that a drawer beneath your oven is there for keeping the food warm if the guests
06:35are running late.
06:36Hey, you can also slow cook on lower temperatures in that drawer.
06:40Automatic lip liners and eye pencils sometimes have a sharpener installed in the package.
06:46The lid on the back part of the pencil doesn't only reveal the color.
06:49You can pull it out and sharpen up the product.
06:53Grocery cart loops help organize all the stuff in your cart better so you can enjoy your supermarket trip.
06:59You don't want to put your brand new fancy white jacket in a cart next to carrots and onions, huh?
07:04Fruit stickers know everything about your apple's past.
07:07A five-digit number where the first number is nine is a good sign.
07:12It's an organic product.
07:13A four-digit number starting with a three or four means it was conventionally farmed.
07:19If the number starts with an eight and there are five digits, it's best to leave it on the shelf.
07:24Metal buttons on jeans, also known as rivets, help make the pockets more durable when miners would fill them with
07:30heavy tools.
07:31They're still helpful today.
07:33Even if you don't store anything heavy in your pockets, rivets strengthen the seams and make your jeans last longer.
07:39All tic-tac containers are designed to dispense one tic-tac every time you open it.
07:44The lid has the same shape as the candy.
07:47Turn the container upside down.
07:49Gently shake it and slowly open it.
07:51You'll notice only one candy stuck between those lid grooves.
07:54So if you just open the container and shake it until five or even more candies fall into your mouth,
08:00it means you've been eating tic-tacs wrong all this time.
08:05Whether it's something as simple as a button on your jeans or something that's part of a larger moving mechanism,
08:11here are 26 secrets to everyday things you probably didn't know about.
08:17You use doorknobs every day, so it's right to be concerned about how many germs could be on them.
08:23However, they have made doorknobs out of brass partly for that reason.
08:28Brass provides an antimicrobial effect, eliminating the microorganisms that were hoping to start a colony on your doorknob.
08:36Your pants have that one-fifth pocket that's recognized as the small useless one.
08:41Originally, it was there to provide a safe place for your pocket watch,
08:45something that was necessary when first implemented in 1901.
08:49It then continued to remain for traditional purposes.
08:52However, it's still a great place to put your tic-tacs.
08:56You've probably mistaken those little rivets on your jeans as some form of fashion statement,
09:01similar to the small pocket.
09:03In fact, they're incredibly important.
09:06They are there to provide extra support for areas that withstand the most strenuous parts of your clothing,
09:12preventing them from embarrassingly falling apart.
09:15That little button at the end of your seatbelt seems like it's way out of place.
09:20In fact, it's there to ensure your buckle will always remain at the end.
09:24So you won't have to awkwardly fiddle with your seatbelt every time you put it on.
09:29You're in a new car or a rental, and the gauge tells you the gas is getting low.
09:34You don't know which side the fuel cap is on from the inside.
09:37It can cause unnecessary effort at the gas station.
09:40However, your fuel gauge has an arrow that reminds you which side to fill your gas tank up from.
09:46Some models of cars may also have a gas tank hose instead, with the hose pictured on the side that
09:53the cap is on.
09:55Hiking and walking through snow requires the best kind of footwear.
10:00The shoes which are perfect for this also have an extra eyelet for your lace to loop through.
10:05Looping your laces through the extra eyelets will give more support for your ankles and feet,
10:10and will provide more stability as you walk.
10:13But as you walk, blisters are also a concern.
10:17The sweat in your shoe creates friction between the feet and the shoe, which then helps create the blisters.
10:25Antiperspirant that you use for your armpits will help keep the feet from sweating.
10:29Just make sure you use the clear one.
10:32Cooking for people is always nice.
10:35However, sometimes the guests are late.
10:38Yep, we're all guilty of that sometimes, right?
10:41The extra drawer under your oven, where you've been keeping all of your spare pots and pans,
10:47was actually made to keep your food warm.
10:49Great for those who are late to the meal.
10:52Ever wondered how long that padlock could possibly last when it's outside,
10:56in the rainy weather, keeping your bike safe?
10:59It has a little hole at the bottom of it.
11:02It's there to drain water to avoid corrosion on the inside.
11:06It also serves to provide oil, further prolonging its use.
11:11That hole in the elevator door isn't there to check who's inside,
11:15so you can avoid sharing a ride with specific people.
11:18It's a keyhole, in case it breaks down.
11:22Ketchup, sauce bottles, and all other condiments we love
11:25all have a stage when it's difficult to get the insides out.
11:29You try hitting it, shaking it,
11:31and poking things inside to encourage the tasty condiments to come out.
11:35Luckily, there is an easier way to do it.
11:39The label at the top suggests where to tap the bottle.
11:43The sauce will come out easier and smoother,
11:46allowing gravity to take the place of frustration.
11:50The purpose of wooden coat hangers is to help repel pesky insects
11:54and avoid fungal growth that eats away at your clothing,
11:57as it's made of cedar wood.
12:00It contains oils that have insecticidal and fungicidal properties
12:04and were used as far back as the ancient Egyptians,
12:08although they used it for other purposes.
12:12We've all been trained and tested at the art of typing
12:15and know the correct way to use a keyboard.
12:18But you may not have noticed that the F and J keys
12:21have a small ridge at the bottom.
12:23They're there to help you find your correct starting place
12:27with your fingers on the keyboard,
12:28without having to look down.
12:31If you've been lucky enough to get the window seat on the plane,
12:34you would have noticed that little hole at the bottom of the window.
12:38It helps with the air pressure on the plane.
12:40The window itself is made from acrylic and isn't actually glass,
12:45which saves it from fogging up so you can see the scenery on your journey.
12:49The windows on planes were originally square.
12:52However, they would continuously break from the constant changes in pressure.
12:57Round windows are able to evenly distribute the pressure,
13:00ensuring you'll have a pleasant journey without falling out.
13:03For all you Nintendo Switch players,
13:06those who have tried to taste your cartridges
13:08will notice they have a bitter taste.
13:10The manufacturers added it intentionally,
13:13as the Switch's cartridge size is very small,
13:16and it might be a hazard for the youngest players
13:19that have a tendency to put things in their mouth that they shouldn't.
13:23So the bitter taste made from denotonium benzoate ensures that they won't be tasted for too long.
13:29Cosmetics containers that are filled with products used for your skin
13:33have a secret number on them.
13:36This is to help inform you how long the product will be usable,
13:40ensuring it doesn't cause the reverse effect by damaging your skin instead.
13:46Pen lids have a hole at the end of them.
13:49It's not there to help your pen breathe and boost performance,
13:52but it's there to help you breathe.
13:54Just in case while you're sitting in class or at work
13:57and you're chewing on your lid and just happen to swallow it,
14:00you can be rest assured if it's stuck,
14:03the pen makers were thinking of you.
14:06When you're traveling by car or any other form of ground transportation
14:10and you're trying to drink your favorite pop from a straw,
14:13you'll find it quite difficult to do at times.
14:16Simply turn the tab on the can around so that your straw easily fits inside,
14:21making it easier to drink out of.
14:24There are always spare buttons when buying new clothes,
14:27along with a little bit of fabric.
14:29It's far too small to repair that crutch part that always rips first.
14:33The fabric is actually there for you to test how to wash it
14:36so you don't accidentally ruin your brand new clothes.
14:41Determining how much pasta you need just for yourself
14:43can be difficult to figure out.
14:45Your big spaghetti spoon with the big hole on the inside,
14:49that looks like it's there to drain water,
14:51is actually there so you can put the uncooked pasta inside before cooking
14:55so you know exactly how much you need.
14:59New shoes always come with those strange little packets
15:02that silica gel.
15:04The gels are there to reduce the moisture in the air
15:07to avoid any fungal growth while the shoes were waiting to be purchased.
15:11There's a lot of chemistry involved to get you that silica
15:15and it's very effective, capable of absorbing 50% of the humidity.
15:20So make sure you don't throw it away.
15:22Next time you need to dry out your electrical devices,
15:25it's a lot easier than using rice.
15:28It's difficult enough to see at night whilst driving,
15:31but it's even worse when the driver behind you shines their high beams.
15:35Your rearview mirror has a tab at the bottom.
15:38When you press it, it changes the angle.
15:41One is for day driving, the other, well, for nighttime.
15:44It'll help in case that one person driving behind you
15:47has forgotten to turn off their high beams.
15:50Although your screwdriver is ergonomically made for your hand,
15:53sometimes you have that one screw that's too hard to loosen up.
15:57The handle is also shaped so you can easily fit inside of a ring spanner or wrench,
16:03allowing you to apply more force,
16:05ensuring that you can remove that troublesome screw.
16:08The skirt part on an escalator seems like a good spot to get your foot stuck,
16:13but in reality, those long brushes poking out
16:15aren't there to give you an extra shine on your shoes.
16:18But for safety precautions,
16:20to minimize the risk of trapping objects between the steps and the side of the escalator.
16:26Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome our special guest today, the garbage bag.
16:31Canadian inventors created this irreplaceable household item about 70 years ago.
16:36Today, it comes in a huge variety of shapes, colors, and sizes.
16:40And if you think it can only serve one basic purpose,
16:43I have a big surprise for you.
16:45It can even prevent you from unwanted communication.
16:48But more on that later.
16:50What if I told you that you've been using your garbage bags wrong your entire life?
16:54If you take a closer look at it,
16:56you'll probably notice that the seam is inside out,
16:58and it's not by accident.
17:00In fact, you're not supposed to shake up the bag to open it.
17:04You gotta place the bag over a garbage can like a hat,
17:07and then just push the middle of the bag down to the cane.
17:10No worries, you're not the only person who didn't know that.
17:12This eye-opening trick went viral online and got millions of views.
17:17Imagine that you need to dye your hair, paint walls, or mold a clay mug immediately.
17:22But you don't have a protective suit on hand.
17:24Here comes the good news.
17:25You can make one out of a plastic bag.
17:27It will take you less than a minute.
17:29Just find a bag wide enough to fit your torso.
17:32Cut one hole in the bottom of the bag for your head,
17:35and make two holes for the arms on the sides.
17:37Voila!
17:38Feel free to make a hat from another plastic bag to protect your hair.
17:42When the job is done, you can wash this handmade suit and reuse it.
17:46Our next hack is for those who don't like to waste money.
17:49You can use a real plastic bag instead of a raincoat that looks like a plastic bag anyway.
17:54Just make a round cut for your face, and you're ready to go.
17:57You can reuse it as many times as you want.
17:59You can use a plastic bottle to create a recycled bag dispenser.
18:04Take a large bottle.
18:05It can be either a bottle of soda or washing gel.
18:08What matters is its shape.
18:10It must be straight so you can easily store bags inside it.
18:13Wash the bottle, dry it, and cut off the bottleneck and bottom.
18:17Turn it upside down.
18:18There you go.
18:19Your bag dispenser is ready.
18:21You can use your imagination to paint and decorate your DIY project with stickers and lettering to your taste.
18:27When the design is ready, attach it to the back of the bottle and stick this holder to the wall
18:32in your kitchen or one of the cabinet doors.
18:35Imagine you've been planning a perfect hiking weekend for ages.
18:38But when you actually get there, it starts raining.
18:42Don't rush back home.
18:43Plastic bags will serve you well if you need to put your clothes or equipment on wet grass.
18:47Also, you can make an emergency sleeping bag cover using a large garbage bag.
18:52After the rain, it will serve as a nice mattress to lay under your sleeping bag to protect it from
18:57moisture and provide an additional layer for a cozy nap.
19:01Just fill the bag with some soft leaves and straw that lie on the ground, and there you go.
19:05A large garbage bag can be your best friend when you're camping with friends somewhere in the wild.
19:11You can turn it into a temporary handmade shower, toilet, or even a dressing room out of it.
19:17Just hang it on the tree, and no one will spy on you.
19:20If you went for a walk wearing a pair of your favorite shoes that get wet easily, here's an easy
19:24tip to keep your socks dry.
19:26Put plastic bags over your socks.
19:28Tuck the edges of the bags into your socks or trousers, and then put your shoes on.
19:33There's one obvious drawback, though.
19:35Feet can slip inside the shoes, so be careful.
19:38These plastic socks are also handy when you're trying to put on tight jeans that usually make your feet stick
19:44inside them.
19:45Have you ever had your bag torn at the worst possible moment?
19:49A plastic bag with handles can become an emergency backpack.
19:52Just place your stuff inside the bag, put your hands through the handlers, and you're ready to go.
19:57A garbage bag is also a good material for book covers.
20:01You can reuse multicolored bags to create a unique pattern for your favorites.
20:05You're moving to a new house and packing all your belongings.
20:09Suddenly, you run out of boxes.
20:11Sounds familiar?
20:12No problem.
20:14Grab a package of large garbage bags and pack the remaining stuff.
20:17Unlike boxes, this packaging will protect your property from rain or snow.
20:22Garbage bags are especially good for packing blankets, pillows, and stuffed toys.
20:27If you need to make a vacuum packing for your clothes or stuffed toys, simply put your belongings in a
20:33trash bag, place a tube from your vacuum cleaner inside the bag, and then turn it on.
20:38The vacuum cleaner will remove all your excess hair from the bag, and you'll save space in your suitcase or
20:43basement.
20:44Someone really special has invited you home to cook a romantic dinner together.
20:48Finally!
20:49You want to show all your extraordinary cooking skills.
20:52But your special someone doesn't have an apron, and you don't want to mess up your new outfit.
20:57No worries!
20:58Make an emergency apron using a large garbage bag.
21:01It will surprise that special someone even more.
21:04Speaking of stylish outfits, are you familiar with the term garbage bag dress?
21:09Celebrities and famous fashion brands shock the audience, with outfits looking like trash bags from time to time.
21:16Some of them actually make outfits using garbage bags like fabrics.
21:20It's a popular option for young artists who can't afford to buy and use expensive fabrics.
21:25Garbage bags are very flexible, so they are a useful material for making patterns for future outfits.
21:31When it comes to garbage bags, the DIY project's possibilities are almost infinite.
21:37People use bags to make lampshades, clothes covers, small cosmetic bags, makeup organizers, recycled glasses, and whatnot.
21:45Some even weave baskets, bags, and floor rugs out of them.
21:49It's pretty easy to handcraft a rug.
21:51You need to cut several bags into equal strips and weave a long braid from these strips.
21:56Now twist this braid into a spiral and tie or glue each layer together.
22:00To secure this entire construction from breaking, you can screw your rug on a sewing machine from the middle to
22:06the edges, as if you're drawing a star.
22:08This plastic braid can also serve as emergency laces, a rope, or a handmade ribbon for decorating gifts and flowers.
22:16Filmmaking is another yield where garbage bags can be real stars.
22:19If you're shooting indoors and the sunlight is too sharp, you can put white garbage bags on all windows to
22:25diffuse the light or to set the white balance.
22:27Black light-proof garbage bags may serve you as a shading curtain to get rid of the sunlight in the
22:33room whatsoever.
22:34Feel free to use a white bag to create a diffuse light bulb.
22:37Inflate the bag like a balloon and put it next to a lamp.
22:40But make sure to use an LED light so it doesn't get too hot.
22:44Everyone knows that touching a plastic bag with a hot iron is a bad idea because it will melt.
22:50But this lets us create unique shapes from this colorful and affordable material.
22:54Want to make a unique designer vase?
22:56Take a bowl and cover it with paper tightly.
22:59Then wrap the matching strips of plastic bag around the bowl.
23:03Now place another layer of paper on the top and gently iron over the entire surface of the bowl.
23:08Voila!
23:09The plastic's melted and you got a new stylish and eco-friendly vase.
23:13Garbage bags can produce very cool sound effects.
23:16If you live in a desert where it never rains and need to recreate that relaxing sound, use a plastic
23:22bag.
23:23It's always better to speak up like an adult.
23:25But if that doesn't work for you, here's a quick fix.
23:28Next time some annoying person calls you, don't bother to make excuses why you can't talk right now.
23:34Just grab a garbage bag and rustle it into your phone speaker yelling,
23:37Hello? Hello? I can't hear you!
23:40Confession time!
23:41Have you ever used this trick?
23:45Next time you're getting ready for work, take a closer look at your go-to shirt.
23:49Every buttonhole is stitched vertically, but check out the very last hole.
23:54It's stitched horizontally, right?
23:56This is because the bottom part of your shirt endures the most stress from pulling, as it's where your hips
24:02are.
24:02So that horizontal buttonhole isn't a mistake.
24:05It's put there to stop your shirt ripping as your hips move.
24:08That layer of bubbles that forms when you add bubble bath to your tub isn't just for fun.
24:13The bubbly layer also acts as insulation and keeps your bath warmer for longer.
24:19The pom-pom on top of your beanie wasn't put there as a fashion accessory.
24:23The pom-pom was originally added to the hat to prevent sailors banging their heads on the ceilings of the
24:29ships that were too low.
24:31Crackers have holes in them to stop them cracking and breaking during baking.
24:35If the holes weren't there, steam would build up inside the cracker and make it collapse.
24:41Those numbers on stickers they put on oranges aren't random.
24:44If there are four digits, and the first is three or four, this means the fruit has been made with
24:50conventional farming techniques.
24:52Five numbers, beginning with an eight, means the fruit has been genetically modified.
24:56Five numbers, beginning with a nine, means the fruit is organic.
25:02Margins on paper aren't for writing in dates and numbering lists.
25:05They were originally added to serve a protective function.
25:08Back in the day, rats used to be a pesky problem in people's homes, and paper was one of their
25:13favorite snacks.
25:15Margins were added as a safeguard, so that the rats would nibble on blank paper rather than taking a bite
25:20out of your important work.
25:23If you put your Chinese takeout on a plate when it arrives, you're doing more work than you should.
25:28Much like the paper condiment pots in fast food restaurants, your cardboard Chinese takeout box can be unfolded to create
25:36the perfect-sized plate for your food.
25:38The long neck on your soda bottle is designed like that to encourage you to hold it there.
25:43That way, the heat from your hand will only warm that top bit of the bottle instead of heating up
25:49your whole drink.
25:51Why does a lapel have a buttonhole with no matching button?
25:55Originally, coats and jackets did have a corresponding button so that the wearer could turn up the collar and fasten
26:01it around the neck to keep warm.
26:03Over time, people stopped doing this, and the button was removed.
26:07But many suit makers still keep the non-functioning traditional buttonhole.
26:11It's always hard to see your food in the microwave because of that pesky black grate on the window.
26:17But it's there to stop harmful microwaves escaping.
26:20Called the Faraday shield, it protects you as well as ensures that your food cooks properly.
26:26That random diamond on your backpack is called a lash tab or pig snout.
26:31It's there so you can thread cords through the holes to carry extra gear.
26:35Perfect for camping or long hikes.
26:38Golf balls are covered in dimples, rather than being perfectly round, so that the ball can fly through the air
26:44more smoothly, decreasing the drag and allowing it to travel further and faster.
26:49Your makeup pads have two different sides for a reason.
26:52The bumpy side is used for applying makeup, while the flat side is for removing it.
26:59Donuts have holes so that the inside and outside cook evenly.
27:02Before the holes were added, the inside would often be greasy and doughy, while the outside was crisp.
27:08Your Apple laptop charger has tiny legs that can be folded out, and they're not there so your charger can
27:15stand up.
27:16These legs, when unfolded, allow you to wrap the cable around and then clamp it into place, securing it and
27:22preventing the cable getting tangled or damaged.
27:25Now take a look at a soda bottle, and you'll notice a disc inside the bottle cap.
27:30This helps seal in the liquid and the drink's fizz, stopping it from going flat.
27:35That hole in your hollow lollipop stick isn't to prevent choking, should it ever be swallowed.
27:41It's actually there to keep the candy in place.
27:44Excess candy flows into the hollow tube and the hole, which, when it hardens, keeps the pop in place.
27:50If it was a smooth stick, the candy would slide off easily.
27:54The zipper on leather biker jackets is often sewn diagonally.
27:58It's not just a fashion statement.
28:00Zips that are stitched vertically can bunch up if the wearer leans forward, but a diagonal zipper won't.
28:07That little triangle on your gas gauge is there to let you know which side of the car your gas
28:12cap is on.
28:13Now you'll never pull up to the wrong side of the pump in a rental car again.
28:18Vacuums come with so many attachments, but do any of us really know what that one with long bristles is
28:25for?
28:25It's for dusting, and it's perfect for cleaning framed art, blinds, and lampshades.
28:31Those tiny holes in the chocolate box tray actually serve a function.
28:35Push the hole near the candy, and it'll pop straight out with you having to get your hands dirty.
28:40How thoughtful!
28:42Some skyscrapers have hollow floors that can contain nothing but an elevator.
28:46It's actually a way to get around height limits.
28:49Some skyscrapers are given a limit to the number of floors they can have.
28:53Because the hollow floors are empty, they add to the height of the building and make it look more impressive
28:58without increasing the number of floors and breaking the building contract.
29:02These hollow floors also help to prevent the spread of fires.
29:07Women's shirt buttons are traditionally on the left for a reason.
29:11Back in the day, it was a sign of wealth, as it signified that a chambermaid had dressed you,
29:17as having the buttons on the left made it easier for them to do up the shirt.
29:21Your cuticles serve a purpose, so think before you get rid of them.
29:25The small area of skin is there to protect your nails from infection.
29:29Without it, bacteria and fungi can get in.
29:33What's the difference between a wooden hanger and a plastic one?
29:37Aside from helping keep your clothes in shape, cedar wood hangers also repel moths and bugs.
29:43If you look closely at an elevator door, you'll notice a tiny hole.
29:48This is actually a keyhole used for emergencies or for routine maintenance checks.
29:53Those random buttons dotted across your jeans are called rivets
29:57and are placed in the weakest spots of the jeans to protect them from ripping due to strain or movement.
30:04The Statue of Liberty's crown has seven points for a reason.
30:08They represent the seven seas and seven continents
30:11and were added so that she could extend her freedom to everyone on Earth.
30:16Suitcases often come with two zippers so that you can connect them with a padlock to prevent theft.
30:22Salt isn't just used for cooking.
30:24It can get rid of tough smells.
30:26Rubbing salt on your fingertips after chopping garlic should remove the smell.
30:30It also works on shoes.
30:32If you're in a hurry to get somewhere but your phone is low on charge,
30:36switch it to airplane mode while it's plugged in.
30:39It'll charge much faster.
30:42Men's shirts have a loop on the back
30:44so that they can be hung on a hook in a dressing room or a locker room without creasing.
30:50Vaseline has a hidden purpose.
30:51It's great for removing scuffs from patent leather shoes.
30:54It'll also shine them.
30:57Trunks have an emergency latch if you ever accidentally lock yourself in.
31:01Like I do.
31:02Don't ask me why.
31:03If you fumble around to locate it,
31:05all you have to do is pull on it and the trunk should open.
31:10Toasters have a secret slide in the bottom
31:12that can be removed so you can clean out all those annoying breadcrumbs.
31:17Take a look at your laptop keyboard.
31:19There are bumps on the F and J keys, but nowhere else.
31:23When your fingers are in the optimal typing position,
31:26your index finger should rest on these two keys.
31:28The bumps have been added so that you can correctly position your hands for typing
31:32without looking at your keyboard.
31:34If you happen to be missing your index fingers,
31:37perhaps from feeding shards a little too closely,
31:40then you're out of luck.
31:45So, grab your phone.
31:47Good.
31:47Now turn it around.
31:49You see that little dot between the camera and the flash?
31:52That's a tiny microphone.
31:54Bet that's something you didn't know.
31:56What's it doing there?
31:57Well, when you're on a phone call,
31:59this little guy is busy at work,
32:01reducing the amount of background noise other people hear when you talk.
32:05That's right.
32:06If it wasn't for this,
32:07calls wouldn't be as nearly as crisp as they are now.
32:12You're lost in the woods and you're rushing to get back to camp.
32:16You suddenly remember you've got something that can help.
32:19You grab one of your chest straps from your backpack and whistle on it.
32:24Yep, that's right.
32:26A lot of bags have this feature in them,
32:28especially the ones made for the outdoors.
32:31It isn't long before you hear the call of one of your friends
32:34and you follow them back to the warm campfire,
32:37saved by this cool bit of design.
32:40If you're a curious person,
32:42you might have wondered
32:43what that little pocket in your jeans is doing there.
32:46You know, the one that's inside the bigger pocket.
32:49People often use it to store coins and bills,
32:52but it's not meant for that.
32:54It's actually designed to store your pocket watch safely.
32:58Maybe that's where the name pocket watch comes from.
33:03You finally arrive home after a long day's work.
33:06You understandably don't feel like cooking,
33:09so you sit on the couch and watch a bit of TV and order some takeout.
33:13How about Chinese?
33:14Ah, perfect.
33:16There's the doorbell.
33:18That has to be your food!
33:19It smells delicious!
33:21Wait!
33:22Before you grab the plates, do this instead.
33:24Open your Chinese food container on the table.
33:27It becomes the perfect plate.
33:29And it's cardboard.
33:31Which means no cleaning either.
33:34That can of soda you got with your food has a cool feature too.
33:38Look at the tiny metal tab there,
33:41the one you use to open the can.
33:42Guess what?
33:43You can fit your straw in there.
33:45In fact, that's exactly what they're made for.
33:48Go ahead, try it for yourself.
33:51If you're not at your computer,
33:53take a look at your keyboard right now.
33:55If you're not, that's okay.
33:57Here's one on the screen.
33:58The keycaps are arranged in what's called the QWERTY layout,
34:02named after the first six keycaps below the numbers.
34:05As it turns out, it wasn't always this way.
34:08They used to be laid out alphabetically,
34:10which would make more sense when you think about it.
34:13The alphabetical layout fell out of use
34:16because long ago there were things called typewriters.
34:19Remember those?
34:21You press down a key,
34:23and a type bar would fly out,
34:25hitting an inked ribbon
34:26and stamping a letter on the piece of paper.
34:29Eventually, typists got good at this
34:31and typed faster.
34:33Too fast.
34:34The type bars would eventually get caught
34:36in a log jam with each other,
34:37ruining the flow.
34:39To fix this problem,
34:40they made keyboards with randomized keycaps.
34:43The new layout actually worked better
34:45because it made typing harder,
34:47helping to slow typists down
34:49and prevent the type bars from getting stuck.
34:51Much better!
34:52Today, no type bars.
34:54No typewriters, mostly.
34:56People are still fast nowadays,
34:58but you just can't help but wonder
35:00who was faster, though.
35:01Us or them?
35:03Keyboards have another hidden feature, too.
35:06Have you ever noticed that the F keycap
35:08and the J keycap have little bumps
35:10on the bottom of them?
35:11As it turns out,
35:12they're there to help people figure out
35:14where they are on the keyboard
35:15without having to take their eyes off the screen.
35:19Grabbing a takeaway cup of coffee
35:21at your favorite cafe
35:22might be just what you need
35:24to fully wake up in the mornings.
35:26When you get back home or to work, though,
35:29you might be afraid to stain your desk
35:31when you put the steaming hot coffee down.
35:33Worry not!
35:34Your plastic lid isn't only good
35:36for keeping your coffee hot.
35:38It also doubles as a coaster.
35:40In fact, they're the perfect size
35:42to hold a cup.
35:43Try it for yourself.
35:46This one's going to come in handy
35:47if you're a home cook.
35:49If you're like me,
35:50you might have a bit of trouble
35:52deciding how much pasta you need
35:53for just one serving.
35:55Well, if you've got a pasta scoop,
35:57grab that.
35:58Most people don't know
35:59what the little hole in the middle is for
36:01and assume it's supposed to help
36:03with water drainage or something.
36:05It turns out that it helps you
36:07measure out a perfect serving.
36:09Just see how much dry spaghetti
36:11you can fit in the hole
36:12and use that as one portion.
36:16Out of the store buying coat hangers,
36:18you might notice that the plastic ones
36:20feel cheaper than the wooden ones.
36:22There's a good reason for this.
36:24Wooden hangers are made out of cedar wood.
36:26The big difference between the two
36:29is that the wooden ones
36:30repel bugs and moths.
36:33They're stronger and last longer too.
36:35Perfect for things that might stay
36:37in your closet for a long time.
36:40When you brush your teeth,
36:41you might have noticed
36:42that your toothbrush has blue bristles.
36:45They're not just there for show.
36:46In fact, they're there to tell you
36:49when it might be time
36:50to switch toothbrushes.
36:51These bristles lose their strength
36:53and color when the brush
36:54has been worn down,
36:56letting you know
36:57that it's time to get rid of it.
37:00Microwaves often look
37:02a bit like mini TVs,
37:03especially ones where you can
37:05clearly see the black film around them.
37:07This is actually a really important feature
37:09that's used to keep the radiation
37:11from slipping away.
37:12They're called Faraday cages,
37:14if you want to get technical.
37:16This is why you can stand next to a microwave
37:19without melting into a puddle.
37:22That's not to say you should stand
37:23in front of the microwave
37:24and watch your food heat up,
37:26but at least you know
37:27you won't grow an extra ear or something.
37:30Okay, not really.
37:32Some ovens have a drawer under them.
37:34It's tempting to use this
37:35to store random junk you don't use often,
37:38but there's a better use for it.
37:40Instead, this should be used
37:41to help keep the food
37:42that's waiting to be served hot.
37:44You can take it out of the oven
37:46and store it right in this drawer,
37:48keeping your oven free
37:49for you to carry on cooking.
37:52Now, you're on a plane looking around
37:54trying to pass the time before takeoff.
37:56When you examine the window,
37:58you notice this has a little,
38:00very tiny hole on its bottom.
38:02Don't worry, it's not broken.
38:04It's there to relieve the pressure
38:06that builds up over time
38:08as the plane goes up and down.
38:10It also lets the air flow through it.
38:13Now, raise your hand
38:14if you've ever ridden on an escalator
38:16and scrubbed your shoes on its bristles.
38:18Hey, I'm guilty of doing that.
38:20Maybe more than I should.
38:21It's not there to clean your shoes, though.
38:23It's an important safety measure.
38:25It stops your shoelaces, clothing,
38:27and other stuff from getting stuck in there,
38:29avoiding a nasty scene
38:31when you go to get off.
38:34Sometimes a piece of fabric
38:36comes with your new clothing.
38:37It usually comes along with the extra buttons
38:39in a little plastic bag.
38:41You might think it's just a piece of fabric
38:44to use for future patching,
38:45in case you rip it.
38:46But that isn't its purpose at all.
38:49It's actually supposed to be put in the washing machine
38:52to test how it reacts to various washings.
38:54Now, you don't have to worry about
38:56shrinking your new, expensive coat
38:58because you know how it'll react to the wash.
39:02Bubbles!
39:02Who doesn't love bubbles?
39:04Most people have fond memories
39:05with bubble blowers as a kid.
39:07But, as adults,
39:08the closest thing we can get
39:10to recapturing that feeling
39:11is with bubble baths.
39:13After a hard day at work,
39:15there's nothing better than
39:16dipping into a nice warm bubble bath.
39:18Right, guys?
39:19And the bubbles do more than just clean you.
39:22If they're high-quality bubbles,
39:24they'll serve as a heat insulator.
39:26So they make sure that your bath
39:28stays warm for longer.
39:31Boxes of chocolate
39:32sometimes have these mysterious holes in them.
39:34When I'm eating a box, or two,
39:37I usually ignore them
39:38and take out the chocolate
39:39by pressing the bottom of the plastic.
39:42But it turns out
39:43that I've been doing it wrong the whole time.
39:46If you press one of the holes,
39:48the chocolate comes right out.
39:50I'm certainly going to start doing this
39:52from now on.
39:54Here's another one from the kitchen.
39:56The handle on a pot
39:58will often have a hole in it.
40:00Most people use this
40:01to hang them on a nail on the wall
40:03as an easy storage method.
40:05The hole has another use, too.
40:07When you're cooking,
40:08you can use this handle
40:09to hold your wooden spoon
40:11or whatever else
40:12you might be cooking with.
40:13This makes sure you don't make a mess
40:15when you put it down.
40:18Glass bottles usually come with a cap in them.
40:21Well, duh!
40:22Otherwise, the liquid would just spill.
40:24In this cap,
40:25there's a plastic liner
40:26that seemingly has no purpose, right?
40:29Wrong.
40:29It's a seal!
40:33No, not a seal.
40:34A seal!
40:35It's the kind that helps
40:36keep your drink fizzy.
40:38Ah, just the refreshment I needed.
40:41A lot of doorknobs
40:42are made out of brass,
40:44and it's not by chance.
40:45They're made out of this specific material
40:47because it's bacteria's worst enemy.
40:50That's right, it destroys them.
40:52Perfect for those
40:53who want to keep a clean house
40:54and avoid germs.
40:56Hey, you want a fish?
41:00For all those days
41:01when you barely have time for breakfast,
41:03there's an easy way
41:04to enjoy a nice and fast meal.
41:07And it will also save you the hassle
41:09of doing the dishes afterwards.
41:10I'm talking about
41:12instant oatmeal packets.
41:13Some manufacturers
41:15have added this neat design
41:16to the oatmeal.
41:17The packet is lined with plastic,
41:19so you can directly pour water
41:21or milk straight into it.
41:23This way,
41:24you won't have to use a bowl anymore.
41:26You place the liquid in
41:28and shake.
41:29Some packaging
41:30also has a demarcation line
41:32to show how much liquid
41:33should go inside the pack
41:34for that quantity.
41:37Next time you have to switch apartments,
41:39you won't have to worry
41:40about carrying that heavy box of books.
41:42These days,
41:43most moving boxes
41:44are specially designed
41:45for easy transportation
41:47with built-in handles.
41:49Well, they're not actually handled.
41:51I'll admit,
41:51they're basically just holes
41:53inside the cardboard box
41:55on the sides.
41:56But if you slip your hands in,
41:58you'll surely notice
41:59the boxes become way easier to carry
42:01than picking them up altogether.
42:04With the onset of so many
42:06online reading options,
42:07like e-books
42:08or even apps on your phone
42:10that allow you to download novels,
42:12you've most likely forgotten
42:13about your local library.
42:15And hey,
42:16I'm not blaming you!
42:17But libraries these days
42:19offer a lot more services
42:21than you're used to,
42:21apart from free books
42:23and audiobook rental.
42:25Some of them have a variety
42:26of evening classes
42:27or can provide access
42:29to online courses.
42:31You may even be able
42:32to join a book club,
42:33which is a great way
42:34to meet new people
42:35and you're guaranteed
42:36to get out of that reading slump
42:37you've been stuck in.
42:40I enjoy picking up dinner
42:42on my way home
42:42from my favorite takeout place
42:44just as you do.
42:45But if the food containers
42:46are not completely sealed shut,
42:48the ride back
42:49can prove itself
42:49quite the culinary experience,
42:51if you know what I mean.
42:53Especially for the carpets
42:54in your car.
42:57Some cars have a curry hook
42:58near the center console
43:00next to the driver's seat.
43:01It has been popular
43:02for 20 years
43:03and started as a handbag holder
43:05or a hook
43:05for a small shopping bag.
43:07But it quickly became
43:09the perfect way
43:09to store takeaway food
43:10and avoid spilling.
43:13I'm almost sure
43:15there's an umbrella
43:15somewhere in your car,
43:16but if I were to ask you
43:17where you're storing it,
43:18you'd most likely say
43:19the truck, of course.
43:21But is that really
43:22the best place to keep it?
43:24Wouldn't you want
43:25to have an umbrella
43:26at hand
43:27right when you get
43:28out of the car?
43:29Some car companies
43:30have thought about that
43:31and don't worry,
43:32they don't come
43:33with a built-in butler
43:34to help you get out
43:34of the car all dry.
43:37Some specific models
43:38have a designated place
43:39in the driver's door panel
43:40that perfectly fits
43:41an umbrella.
43:42You have to admit,
43:43it's an important thing
43:44to consider
43:45when researching
43:45your next car,
43:46more so if you live
43:47in a rainy location.
43:50Whenever I plan
43:51to travel to a new location,
43:53I like to have access
43:54to the local maps
43:54on my phone
43:55at any given time.
43:56Since you can't always
43:58foresee the quality
43:59or price of the internet
44:00in foreign countries,
44:01be sure to download
44:02the maps on your phone
44:03when connected to Wi-Fi.
44:06This way,
44:06you'll have easy access
44:08to all the must-see locations
44:09on your next city break,
44:11even if you run out
44:12of mobile data.
44:14The same goes
44:15for Google Translate.
44:16The mobile app
44:17comes with the option
44:18of downloading a language
44:19so you'll be able
44:20to use it offline.
44:22Another nice tip
44:23if you're more
44:24of the traveler type.
44:25If you own an iPhone,
44:27text an airline code
44:28and flight number
44:29to yourself.
44:30You'll then notice
44:31it will show up
44:31with an underline.
44:32When clicking on it,
44:33you'll be able
44:34to pull up flight data,
44:35like the gate
44:36the flight leaves from
44:37or if the flight
44:38is on schedule.
44:41Flashlights are those objects
44:42that we tend to reach out
44:43for in an emergency,
44:45like whenever there's
44:46a power break
44:47or when you need
44:47to take a quick trip
44:48in the attic
44:49for an old photo album
44:50or something.
44:51If you're ever
44:52in a sticky situation
44:53and the flashlight
44:54runs out of battery,
44:55have a look at its base
44:56under the battery spring.
44:58Some models come
44:59with a spare bulb
45:00hidden in there.
45:03If you're the type
45:03of person that likes
45:04to wake up early
45:05in the morning
45:06but the rest of the people
45:07in your house
45:07enjoy sleeping in,
45:09there's a way
45:09you can still use
45:10your microwave
45:10to prepare breakfast
45:12without waking everyone up.
45:14It turns out,
45:15some of them come
45:16with a built-in mute function
45:17that gets rid of
45:18all the annoying rings
45:19and beeps.
45:22In the many times
45:23I've found myself
45:24driving on local roadways,
45:25I've noticed some
45:26apparently random
45:27blue reflectors
45:28here and there.
45:29Since I had no idea
45:30what they were,
45:31I did some research
45:32and found out
45:33they actually pinpoint
45:34the locations
45:34of fire hydrants.
45:36They're generally offset
45:37from the center line
45:38on either side
45:39and the offset side
45:40tells if the hydrant
45:42is on the left
45:42or right side of the road
45:44to assist firefighters
45:45on their missions better.
45:48Next time you get out
45:49of the car
45:50and forget to close
45:50all the windows,
45:51you won't have to
45:52get back in there.
45:53Just try this.
45:54Hold the keys
45:55on the door
45:56of your car pressed
45:57and it should lock
45:58all the doors
45:59and shut all the windows.
46:01The same goes
46:02with opening
46:02all the doors.
46:03Just double-click
46:04the button.
46:05Most car models
46:06should come with
46:07this added option
46:08but most people
46:09just forget
46:10or have no idea
46:11that they can do that.
46:13Whenever you're in
46:14that awkward position
46:15of messing up
46:16a voicemail,
46:17do you know
46:17there's a way
46:18you can delete
46:18or re-record the message
46:20saving you
46:21the unnecessary embarrassment?
46:23Stay online
46:24after recording
46:25the message
46:25and dial either
46:26pound, number sign
46:27or star, asterisk
46:29to access
46:30the voicemail menu.
46:31Further instructions
46:32should be provided
46:33so you can decide
46:34what to do
46:34with the recording.
46:37Bagels are becoming
46:38more and more famous
46:39these days
46:40on options for breakfast
46:41or snacks
46:42because they're so tasty
46:43and so versatile.
46:45The problem is
46:46I only want my bagel
46:47toasted on one side.
46:49Thankfully,
46:50some toasters come
46:51with a bagel setting
46:52which ensures
46:53the pastry is toasted
46:54on either one
46:55of the two sides.
46:58Ever wondered
46:59why manhole covers
47:00only come in that
47:01round shape?
47:02It turns out
47:03that this is the only shape
47:04that cannot fall
47:05through the hole
47:06altogether.
47:07Any other shape
47:08especially shapes
47:08with corners
47:09could be rotated
47:10so that the lid
47:11could fall through.
47:13Here's a neat one
47:14if you enjoy
47:15a little massage
47:16whenever you're
47:16taking a shower.
47:18On most of the
47:18shower heads available
47:19these days
47:20there should be
47:21a small metal filter
47:22in the back
47:23beneath the shower head
47:24once you unscrew it.
47:26If you give this piece
47:27a rough cleaning
47:28once in a while
47:29you'll find the water
47:30pressure to be
47:30greatly improved.
47:33You may be able
47:34to save that
47:35wool sweater
47:36you've accidentally
47:36thrown in the washer
47:37and has shrunken
47:38down three sizes.
47:40Just go in the shower
47:41and grab a bottle
47:42of hair conditioner.
47:43Add it to some
47:44cold water in a tub
47:45and make a solution
47:46and let the garment
47:47sit there for at least
47:48a couple of hours.
47:50The conditioner
47:51should help relax
47:52the wool fibers
47:53and loosen them
47:54back up
47:54not to mention
47:55how nice it should
47:56smell afterwards.
47:59You might need
48:00to do a bit
48:01of research
48:01before you can
48:02safely use this trick
48:03but just so that
48:04you know
48:05there are some
48:06modern laptops
48:06with drainage channels.
48:08Mm-hmm
48:09you heard that right.
48:10Precisely when you
48:11accidentally spilled
48:11coffee on it
48:12they're designed
48:13to ensure any liquid
48:14that gets on the keyboard
48:15safely drains out
48:16at the bottom
48:17without damaging
48:18the electrical parts.
48:20Just make sure
48:21to not shake the laptop
48:22after you've spilled
48:22the liquid
48:23so that the system
48:24can do its job
48:25correctly.
48:30you
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