Options and tips for dual monitors

Pt. 5 of 5 | 3:17 |

Setting up dual monitors

Friday October 29, 2010

There are many ways to

set up dual monitors

but it's important to choose a way that works for you and your environment. In this episode, we show you some

different monitor setups

and how you can

reduce neck strain

and make your setup more ergonomic.

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Show Notes

- In the monitor configuration, you can also place one monitor above the other.

- This can work depending on what you use the upper monitor for.

- You need to be mindful of ergonomics so you don't get neck and eye strain.

- In many cases, it helps to angle one monitor so it's easier to see. Angling it also reduces eye strain.

- It's good if you determine what things you'll use your second monitor for.

- It often works well to put primary tasks on your primary monitor and other things on your secondary one.

- Work with your dual monitors and get them set up so they work for you.

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