1.MULTIFUNCTIONAL- Scale is able to weigh in various measurements, making it perfect for all your weighing needs Weighs in g, oz., ct., ozt., dwt and gn. Whether you are weighing gold, powder, medication or anything for cooking this scale has the right measurements for you 2.AUTOMATIC SHUT OFF- After 60 seconds the scale will automatically shut off so you do not waste your battery. Scale comes with the rare and unique option to shut this feature off Simply disable the automatic shut off and your measurement will stay on the LCD display for as long as you need. Manual Shut off function is convenient for items that are very fine and whose measurements need to be precise, such as medications and powders. 3.ACCURATE- Utilizes high precision sensor system to get an accurate reading every time Scale has a thousandth of a gram accuracy (0.001g) so it is extremely precise. This accuracy takes the guesswork out of measuring finer items, so you can just place the items on the scale and know that your reading is the most accurate it can be with this top of the line scale 4.TARE FUNCTION- Scale comes with a tare function for items that are difficult to weigh and need to be placed in a container or on the weighing pans. Place your container or pan on the scale, press the tare function and then put your items in the container/pan.