Ever Noticed That Tiny Hole on Your Nail Clipper? Here’s What It’s Actually For

Help Keep Nail Clippings From Flying Away

Some nail clippers are designed with features that help contain nail clippings, although the small hole itself is not universally intended as a nail catcher.

On certain designs, the movable file or lever can be positioned in a way that helps intercept clippings as you cut. This can reduce the chance of nails flying across the bathroom floor or disappearing into the carpet.

However, this feature varies from one clipper design to another, so it shouldn’t be assumed that every hole serves this