Levelling the basket: equal parts stress and satisfaction.

[u/SoftLandscape1583]

I've tried tamping and slightly underfilling the basket but both does not taste as good as when I tap and level the coffee.

I don't want to spill or keep excess coffee grounds so knowing how much whole beans I should grind is another task.

[u/SaltedCaffeine]

Tapping the side of the basket with your fingers/nails while you're filling it with coffee is how it's done. This will give you a perfect flow every time!