When cutting with an X-Acto knife, what should you use to guide the cut and cut away from yourself?

When cutting with an X-Acto knife, what should you use to guide the cut and cut away from yourself?

• A. Metal Straight Edge
• B. Ruler
• C. Cutting Board
• D. Safety Glass

Answer: (A)

Use a metal straight edge to guide the blade. A straight edge gives a true, rigid edge for the X-Acto to ride along, so the cut stays straight and you won’t wander off the line. Because it’s metal, it won’t get knife-scarred or warped, staying reliable for repeated cuts. Press it firmly against the work surface and cut away from your body to keep your hands clear of the blade. A plastic ruler can nick or slip, and a cutting board, while useful as a surface, won’t provide a guiding edge. Safety glass isn’t suitable for cutting and can be unsafe.

Use a metal straight edge to guide the blade. A straight edge gives a true, rigid edge for the X-Acto to ride along, so the cut stays straight and you won’t wander off the line. Because it’s metal, it won’t get knife-scarred or warped, staying reliable for repeated cuts. Press it firmly against the work surface and cut away from your body to keep your hands clear of the blade. A plastic ruler can nick or slip, and a cutting board, while useful as a surface, won’t provide a guiding edge. Safety glass isn’t suitable for cutting and can be unsafe.