Small items that were hard to clean in the dishwasher, and small items storage for the dishwasher. When washing small items, there is no need to worry about it being blown away by water pressure or falling into the gap of the basket. Comes with a fastener so you can use it with confidence. The mesh is easy to wash and does not fall off even small picks. Very convenient for cleaning lunch items such as side dishes, water bottle packets, etc.