How to Measure the Size of a TV Screen

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Place the tape measure or measuring stick in the lower left hand corner of the TV's screen.

   This is the screen's size. , This time, be sure to start measuring where the actual edge of the TV begins, which includes the plastic frame of the TV (known as the bevel). ,, Do the same from the base to the top corners of the TV.
   
   Both measurements together provide the width and length for the whole TV, from which measurements you can then work out whether or not the entire TV will fit a space or use the measurements to build a cover or container for it.
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   Step 2: Be sure to start measuring where the actual screen begins

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   Step 3: not from the plastic frame of the TV (known as the bevel).

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   Step 4: Extend your tape measure or measuring stick to the upper right hand corner of the TV screen (diagonally from where you started).

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   Step 5: Record the length between these two corners.

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   Step 6: Place the tape measure or measuring stick in the lower left hand corner of the edge of the TV.

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   Step 7: Extend your tape measure or measuring stick to the lower right hand corner of the TV's edge

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   Step 8: straight across the base of the TV.

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   Step 9: Record the length between these two corners.

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