If you want your digital scale readings to be as accurate as possible, here are some tips for reducing measurement errors.

1) Make sure the scale is level and on a hard surface

2) Let your scale calibrate itself. Check the owner's manual for the correct procedure, but this usually means applying some pressure and waiting until you see "0.0" before measuring your weight. Not allowing your scale to self-calibrate could mean that the scale isn't really "0" when you step on it, which can skew the results.

3) Weigh yourself at the same time of day, preferably in the morning before eating or drinking anything.

4) Do not shower or swim immediately before weighing. Our skin absorbs enough moisture that it may affect the results.

5) The key is consistency. Even if your scale isn't as accurate as it could be, it can still do a good job of tracking your progress if you're consistent with your weight. With your scales in the same place and weighed in at the same time of day, you can confidently record your progress accurately.

For those with a keen interest in measurements, it is obvious that the operator/user of the scale can introduce errors into the measurements and it is best to minimize these errors for consistent and accurate results.

Xiangshan Zhengtai Electrical Appliance Co., Ltd. is a digital scale supplier from China. The electronic scale factory designs, processes and sells personal care scale, digital pocket scales, and other electronic scale products.