Turn on the TDS meter. You might see a little blinking zero or a previous reading. Dip the probe into the water—don’t go past the immersion line (usually marked on the pen). Stir it gently to release air bubbles.
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Now wait. Count to ten like you’re in a slow-motion movie. The number will stabilize. That’s your TDS, measured in parts per million (ppm). Write it down if you’re a nerd. (I would.)