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I just make sure I wash the rice enough times and put the correct amount of rice and water to my rice cooker. And when it's done I let it set for like 10 minutes at least before I fluff it.
Also buy better quality of rice if I want a better end product.
But there are many ways to cook rice nicely, like persian steamed rice or at work we got some really nice rice with the oven.
Instant pot. High pressure, 0 minutes. 20 minute natural release. Water and rice measured by weight, not cups. Each type needs a different ratio. Generally less water needed than other methods as the steam has nowhere to go.
I use rice cooker. I don't think I can cook decent rice on a stovetop, I just don't have the skills.
My go-to rice is Thai Jasmine rice, white or brown or a mix of both. Wash the rice at least twice, add water according to the type and amount of rice, let it soak for half an hour or if in a rush, skip. Select the appropriate cook option for the rice, wait, and enjoy.
I find it best to cook the rice plain. Good Thai Jasmine rice has a very subtle sweet flavour when eaten on its own.
If you have an instant pot (they're 100% worth it imo) just follow this: https://greenhealthycooking.com/instant-pot-rice/
For plain white rice, I just use a rice cooker with basmati and put in my soy sauce and the like.
For fried rice, ALWAYS let it sit in the fridge over night after steaming it, and be sure to break it up as much as possible before frying it.
I love sticky rice. You're supposed to steam it, but I just soak it for 40 minutes and then cook it in a rice cooker. Comes out alright.
Make sure to buy good rice. I decided to get the store brand rice. It's just rice, right? Wow there is a noticeable difference in taste, also I got sick of picking random black things out of it while I was washing it.
I love rice! My perfect rice is long grain jasmine cooked slightly al dente. I rinse it several times and then use a rice cooker with slightly less water than the lines indicate. Let it sit a few minutes before fluffing it.