How to Use a Magnifying Glass

Magnifying glasses have a long history. For years, those who could not afford spectacles used a magnifying glass and they are now used for those times when a little magnification is needed. Magnifying glasses come in a variety of strengths and should be chosen for the particular job at hand.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. Experiment with several magnifying glasses to determine the strength that best suits your needs. Office supply stores are a good source for finding various types of glasses.

2. Hold the magnifying glass several inches above the text to be read. Move the glass up and down above the page until the best clarity is achieved.

3. Carry a small magnifying glass with you anytime you may need to sign a legal contract. Even if you wear glasses, this can help with reading the fine print in a loan agreement or automobile purchase or lease.

4. Look at lighted magnifying glasses for doing craftwork. The light will illuminate and the glass will magnify small parts.

5. Purchase full sheet magnifying film if you are having difficulty reading the small print in a book. These come in sizes to match anything from a mass market paperback to a full sized hardback or trade paperback book.

Tips & Warnings

• Magnifying glasses are made of either plastic or glass. Plastic clouds over easier than glass, while glass can be scratched easier.
• Simple reading glasses are nothing more than magnifying glasses set into frames for easier reading.
• If you still have trouble reading using a magnifying glass, see your eye doctor or optometrist to have your eyes checked for any major problems.