15 uses in four minutes: This Japanese video celebrates the simple genius of binder clips

It’s impossible not to fiddle with a binder clip, once it comes within range of idle hands. Simple and elegant, the little metal object invites curiosity and invention—which may be one reason this video demonstrating more than 15 unexpected uses in under four minutes is so engrossing.

Among other things, this video, created by Japanese lifehacker Venlee, demonstrates how the binder clip can be taken apart into new configurations, used as charging station for phones, and even weaponized. It’s a perfect tribute to the clip’s century-long evolution.