Tare/Zero function: the fastest way to cook by the gram.
The Tare/Zero function allows you to "zero" the weight with the bowl on top. This way, the scale only shows the weight of the ingredient — and you can add ingredients one by one without changing containers.
NIST describes this method as practical and efficient: tare after each ingredient and follow the recipe by mass (grams).
Step by step (30 seconds)
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Place the scale on a flat, firm surface.
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Connect and confirm “0”.
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Place the bowl and press Tare/Zero (back to “0”).
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Add the ingredient until you reach the desired weight.
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He loads Tara up again and adds the next ingredient.
✅ Result: less dishes , fewer mistakes, and repeatable recipes.
5 common mistakes (and how to avoid them)
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Scale placed on a towel/rug → unstable readings
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Bowl covering the display → choose a model with a larger platform/visible display.
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Do not use tare and "do the math" → more mistakes
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Leaning against the counter during weighing → changes the reading.
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Low battery → replace it when the indicator appears.
FAQ
What is tare on a kitchen scale?
It's the function that resets the weight to zero with the container on top, so you can measure only the ingredient.
Can I add multiple ingredients to the same bowl?
Yes — that's exactly what the tare function is for (taring after each addition).