Lighting a match on an electric stove top is not recommended and can be dangerous. Electric stovetops do not have an open flame like gas stoves, and attempting to light a match on an electric stove can result in injury or damage to the stove.
If you need to light something using a match, it's best to do so away from the electric stove. Here are the steps to safely light a match:
Find a Safe Location: Move away from the electric stove to a safe location, such as a kitchen counter or table, where there are no flammable materials nearby.
Prepare the Match: Take a match from the matchbox or matchbook. If the match has a striker on the box, you can use it to light the match.
Hold the Match: Hold the match near the head or the striking end, keeping your fingers away from the flame.
Ignite the Match: Strike the match against the striker or a separate match striker pad in a quick and controlled motion. The match should ignite, producing a flame.
Use the Match: Use the lit match to light whatever you need to, such as a candle or a gas stove if you have one.
Extinguish the Match: Once you've finished using the match, carefully extinguish it by blowing it out or dipping the head into a container of water to ensure it is fully extinguished.
Remember to exercise caution when using matches and never leave a lit match unattended. Always dispose of used matches properly and ensure they are completely extinguished before discarding them. If you have a gas stove, it's safer and more appropriate to use the built-in igniter or a long-reach butane lighter designed for gas stoves to light the burners.