One of my pet peeves is when I accidentally get off brand clear tape. It's not as sticky and it'll tear lengthwise instead of across. Scotch brand is the most reliable for home, office and general everyday use.
This tape is real magic. Its thin & dissapears but doesn't tangle or shred off the roll like other brands. We keep one with the gift wrap supplies, one in the art cart, one in my desk and one in the"junk drawer".