1. General Information A stapler is a mechanical device used to fasten sheets of paper together by driving a metal staple through them. It is widely used in offices, schools, and industrial environments. 2. History The earliest stapling devices were developed in the 18th century for King Louis XV of France. The modern stapler was invented by George McGill in 1866, and the first commercial stapler patent was issued in 1868. By the early 20th century, spring-loaded staplers bec