We spend a lot of time working in front of a computer. It’s only natural that we want to be comfortable and healthy while doing so. Luckily, there are some simple things you can do to protect your eyes and neck when spending long days at your desk. Here are my tips!
Take breaks.
When you’re staring at a screen all day, it’s important to take breaks. A lot of people don’t realize this, but if you don’t give your eyes a rest every 20 minutes or so (or even more often), they can get tired and strained from looking at one spot for too long. This can cause headaches as well as eye strain.
If you work at home with no coworkers around, then this is especially important: make sure that each time you take a break from working on something specific (like writing), take an actual break from looking at anything in general! That means no more reading emails or scrolling through Instagram–just look away from any kind of screen altogether for 10 minutes or so before going back into work mode again!
Use a monitor stand.
A monitor stand will help you avoid neck and back pain, eye strain and headaches.
You may be thinking that this is an unnecessary purchase since you already have a computer desk. But if you work in front of your screen all day, then it’s worth investing in one of these stands to ensure that your posture remains healthy.
Get a good chair.
A good chair will help you avoid back pain, eye strain and neck pain. It will also prevent fatigue.
If you work in front of a computer all day, it’s important to have a comfortable place to sit. A bad chair can cause all kinds of problems: back pain; eye strain; neck pain; even fatigue!
A good chair will support your lower back and hips so they don’t ache at the end of the day (or worse yet – start hurting before then). Make sure that whatever type of office chair or desk chair that you choose has adjustable height settings so that when sitting down in it feels like heaven!
Adjust your screen’s brightness and color temperature.
A good place to start is with your screen’s brightness and color temperature. Adjusting these two settings can make a big difference in how comfortable you feel while working, and it’s really easy to do!
If you’re using an Apple computer, go into System Preferences (the gear icon at the top right corner of your screen) and click on Displays. If your monitor isn’t plugged into its own power source or connected directly through HDMI or DisplayPort cable (as opposed to USB), this menu may not be available; if so, skip down below for instructions on how to adjust these settings through Windows’ Control Panel instead. Once inside Display Settings:
- Click “Show Detailed Color Settings” if it isn’t already checked off
- Under Color Temperature: Move slider left/right until desired color temperature appears on right side (I prefer 6500K)
Move your screen or sit at an angle to it.
To ensure you’re not staring at the screen for hours on end, try adjusting your monitor’s settings. Change the brightness and color temperature of your display so that it’s not too bright or harsh on your eyes; this will help prevent eye strain over time. If you have an adjustable stand for your monitor, use it! It’ll give you more control over how high or low you sit in relation to your desk surface, which can make all the difference when it comes to alleviating discomfort caused by sitting too long in one position (or at an angle).
You should also consider investing in blue light-blocking glasses if they aren’t already part of your daily routine–they block out harmful blue light rays emitted from electronic devices like smartphones and computers before bedtime so they don’t affect sleep quality as much as they normally would on their own (if used without any other precautions).
Use blue light-blocking glasses at night (if you don’t already).
If you wear glasses, it’s easy to get blue-light blocking ones. If not, there are other options: some people swear by yellow-tinted sunglasses; others use red light bulbs in their lamps or candles.
If none of those options appeal to you and you have a little extra money lying around (the cheapest pair I found online was about $20), then I recommend checking out these glasses from Amazon. They’re made specifically with computer use in mind–they come with an anti-reflective coating on each lens so that the light from monitors doesn’t reflect off your face when using them at night, which can be especially annoying for anybody who spends lots of time staring at screens after dark (like myself).
Play sports outdoors.
If you want to stay healthy and fit, you should play outdoor sports. Outdoor sports are good for your body and mind. They can help you reduce stress, get a good night’s sleep and improve your moods. You will also have a chance to meet new people through those sports. And that is the best part of outdoor sports!
What kind of outdoor sports should you play? It depends on your interests and skills. For example, if you like swimming and running, then it’s a good idea for you to join a swimming team or marathon club. If you like badminton, then it’s a good idea for you to grab badminton racquets and go play outdoors with your friends or family members.
Conclusion
We hope these tips have helped you to feel more comfortable with your computer screen. If you have any other ideas or suggestions, please leave them in the comments!