How to Set Up Your Desk with a Monitor and Laptop for Optimal WFH Productivity

Use an adjustable monitor stand or arm to position the top of the monitor at or slightly below eye level, preventing neck strain. Keep the monitor an arm’s length away with a 10-20 degree tilt for comfortable viewing.

Raise the laptop screen to match the monitor height using a laptop stand with good ventilation to avoid overheating; a cooling pad is an alternative.

Choose an ergonomic keyboard (e.g., split keyboards) to support wrists and reduce strain; wireless options help minimize cable clutter.

Opt for an ergonomic mouse or trackball (e.g., vertical mice) to support wrists; wireless options reduce cable clutter, and an ergonomic mouse pad with wrist support adds comfort.

Bundle cables with Velcro ties and attach them to the desk back with clips to keep the setup neat and prevent tangles.

Install a cable management tray or raceway under the desk to keep cables off the floor and organized.