Questions about optimizing your workspace and computer setup to reduce effort and strain when using it. Questions that are not talking about the ergonomics of computer hardware are off topic.
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What do you do about wrist pain?
I use the computer for many more hours per day than any human should, and consequentially I have wrist pain. It hurts to hold the mouse in my hand. Typing is fine, and I've learned how to stop using ...
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5answers
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Tips for getting latte or soda out of your keyboard?
For the first time in my entire life yesterday, I accidentally spilled some latte in my ergonomic keyboard.
The keys are starting to stick a bit now, and I was just wondering if there was some way to ...
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4answers
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What is a simple, small, yet nice RSI watcher for Windows?
I would like to know a tool to enforce regular breaks from typing to avoid wrist pain.
I have a preference for simplicity, unobtrusiveness (at least until break time comes), a small resource ...
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3answers
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Adjust screen brightness automatically at night
Can anyone recommend an application that will automatically dim my monitors when it gets dark at night?
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5answers
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Are there effective Anti-glare screens?
I've got a laptop with a glossy screen, and have considered several so-called 'anti-glare' filters, since this glossy thing really gives me a headache.
The one I tried might have protected the screen ...
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30answers
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My fingers are cold when using my computer - solutions?
I am a programmer and sit at a computer ten hours a day - and even though the rest of me is nice and warm, my fingers are as cold as ice.
Are there any gadgets or tricks to keep your fingers warm ...
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11answers
762 views
Monitor utilities
I'm a big fan of good monitor usage, but only currently use a few utilities to help me attain display nirvana across several systems and monitors. Part of this is due to not knowing what's available.
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6answers
647 views
What health and ergonomic factors should an all-day computer user take into account?
Many computer users don't think much about the detrimental (and beneficial?) effects of using a computer for 7+ hours per day. What should be considered when creating and sustaining a good working ...
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3answers
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How far from the computer screen is it recommended to sit?
I would like to know if there is any recommendations about how far from the computer screen it is good (healthy) to sit when I work in front of the computer long days. In an ergonomic perspective.
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2answers
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Laptop stand for better ergonomics? [closed]
I have a MacBook Pro but my neck is hurting from looking down all day - is there a good laptop stand I can buy and then get an external keyboard?
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1answer
135 views
Is a standard keyboard tray ergonomic? [closed]
Is a standard keyboard tray ergonomic, like the ones found in generic Staples computer desks?
Or is it better to have a larger desk with room for both the monitor and keyboard to rest?
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2answers
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What is the most optimal viewing distance for different resolutions (or sizes) monitors?
I'm using a 17" TFT at 1280x1024 at home and work. I'm also using 14" TFT at 1024x768. What is the least stresfull distance for the eye to work with it? What is the general connection between screen ...
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2answers
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Keyboard tray to put over a laptop computer
I use a laptop at work, and though I have a docking station, I use the laptop open because I only have one small external monitor otherwise. I use an ergonomic keyboard, which sits in front of the ...
