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Your home office, piece by piece

Nine pieces for a home office that works for you. Tap each one, see what to look for, and mark what you have or what you want.

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The 9 pieces

  1. Chair & lumbar support

    A chair you can adjust fits you and your desk.

    What to look for

    • Do the height and the backrest adjust to your body?
    • Is the lumbar support fixed, adjustable or a separate cushion?
    • Does it fit under your desk with the armrests on?
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  2. Monitor height

    Raising the screen brings it closer to your eye level.

    What to look for

    • Is it a riser that sits on the desk or an arm that clamps to the edge?
    • Does it hold your screen's size and weight? Check the listing.
    • Can you set the height the way you like it?
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  3. Keyboard & mouse

    A keyboard and mouse you like make every task more pleasant.

    What to look for

    • Wired, Bluetooth or a USB receiver?
    • Does it work with your system: Windows, Mac or another?
    • Does the mouse size suit your hand?
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  4. Desk lamp

    Puts light on your work, not on the screen.

    What to look for

    • How much desk space does its base take?
    • Does it plug into the wall or into USB?
    • Can you aim it and change the brightness?
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  5. Cable tidy

    Gathered cables keep your desk and the floor clear.

    What to look for

    • Does it stick on, clamp on or hang under the desk?
    • Check the thickness of your desk and of your cables.
    • How many cables do you want to gather?
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  6. Audio & camera

    Hearing and seeing each other clearly makes video calls easier.

    What to look for

    • Does it connect by USB, Bluetooth or an audio cable?
    • Does your computer already have a camera and a mic? Try them first.
    • Do you prefer headphones or a speaker with a mic?
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  7. Surge protector

    A power strip gives your devices one place to plug in, within reach.

    What to look for

    • Does its label say "surge protection" or just "power strip"?
    • How many outlets does it have, and do bulky chargers fit?
    • Does the cord reach the wall outlet without pulling tight?
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  8. Mat & footrest

    A mat lets the chair roll easily, and a footrest gives your feet a place to rest.

    What to look for

    • Is your floor carpet, wood or tile? Choose a mat made for it.
    • Measure the space under your desk.
    • Footrest: can you tilt it or change its height?
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  9. Breaks & wellbeing

    A bottle within reach and a reminder to stand up give your day some breaks.

    What to look for

    • Bottle: how much does it hold, and does it fit in your bag?
    • Is it easy to wash, by hand or in the dishwasher?
    • Timer: does it alert you with a sound, a light or a vibration?
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