If your scale is not backlit, PLEASE contact us. All of these scales should be backlit, and if not, we can replace with a new scale. View nutrition facts for 2,000 foods in the scale’s built-in database, and create up to 99 more custom entries. Measure individual ingredients, track full meals, and calculate daily totals on the easy-to-read screen. Scale shuts off and calibrates automatically. Smooth surface with touch-sensitive buttons is easy to clean. Durable tempered glass top supports up to 11lb/5kg. Tare/Zero function allows you to measure messier ingredients in a bowl. Non-slip, scratch-resistant feet. Switch between grams or pounds & ounces. 4 precision weighing sensors ensure accuracy within .1 oz/1 gm. 3 AAA batteries (included).