It was a challenge figuring out how to put the roll of tape in the dispenser. It is different than others that I have used before. The center slides out to the side.
Like a couple of other reviewers I'm having a hard time putting a new roll of tape in. I can't get the empty roll out and so I'm searching how to change it... which is how I ended up back on this page in the first place :( I use this tape on my desk in my office at work. I usually just use it for taping envelopes shut & things like that.
It's a tape dispenser. I like that the little tape roll holder thingy doesn't completely detach from the base. So you won't lose it! Another great Staples product.