Still balancing your laptop computer on a stack of outdated books? It’s time to improve. Having the suitable laptop computer stand could make life extra snug, so you possibly can stop craning your neck when you work.

The finest stands elevate your laptop computer’s display (or exterior monitor!) near eye stage, which is best for sustaining a wholesome posture. Some may even match right into a backpack for simple journey or swap configurations from sitting to standing. These are our favorites.

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Peripherals Are Important

Snagging one of many laptop computer stands beneath is one in all some ways you possibly can enhance your posture when sitting at a desk for lengthy durations. Connecting your laptop computer to a separate computer monitor is one other. You’ll be capable to multitask extra simply with two screens, and you will not should pressure your neck as a lot.

Some of those laptop computer stands are finest paired with a separate keyboard and mouse. These peripherals imply you possibly can set your laptop computer farther away and at numerous heights, and you will not have to stretch your arms in awkward methods to sort. The proper mouse can prevent muscle strain and wrist issues, so try the picks in our Best Keyboards and Best Gaming Mouse guides. (You do not should be a gamer to make use of a gaming mouse!)