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But those four are the defaults. And for someone just taking your order, the range from 18-25% doesn't match expectations. In those situations, $0.50, $1, or

But those four are the defaults. And for someone just taking your order, the range from 18-25% doesn't match expectations. In those situations, $0.50, $1, or 10% all seem closer to what I'd tip. The point of the article is many people are now choosing 18%, since it's easier, and there's subtle pressure for them to do so.

throwaway413 8y ago
On Square devices, I have observed that if the amount is less than a certain threshold, the tip amounts will be $1, $2, and $3. Past that threshold and it defaults to 15%, 20%, 25%. I live in a downtown area and regularly interact with these systems (2+ times per day on avg).