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One of life’s many puzzles that people are constantly trying to figure out is how to effectively work smarter and not harder. To help them find this balance, people use tools like desk calendars, virtual organizers and ergonomic desk chairs to make their working lives easier.
Other things people use to make working easier are lap desks. Lap desks make it possible to work anywhere you need so you won’t have to be chained to your desk in order to be productive. Let’s dive into more of their benefits below.
How Can a Lap Desk Improve Your Productivity?
Although working at a desk is the office norm, when you’re working from home, it can be more productive to take a break from the everyday routine and work somewhere more comfortable. However, if you don’t have a stable surface for your laptop it can make it hard to type for long periods of time, which is why you need a lap desk. A portable computer lap desk makes it possible to comfortably work from your bed, couch or even a car passenger seat.
Lap desks include a solid surface you can write, craft, draw or type comfortably on atop a cushion or legs that can rest easily on or above your lap. Because most laptops emit heat from the processor, a lap desk can simultaneously protect your legs and allow the computer’s cooling fans to work efficiently. Some lap desks include built-in phone docks, mouse pads or wrist rests, lamps or pen and pencil holders, so all your business needs can be managed in one compact office station.
Computer lap desks are also popular travel items because they make drawing, playing games and eating snacks from a car possible. Along with a lap desk, you can keep your work remote-friendly by buying a laptop backpack and power banks to keep you organized on the go.
What's the Difference Between a Laptop Desk and Stand?
Although both are designed to make typing more comfortable, lap pad desks are an alternative to laptop stands, which sit on a desk or other flat surface. Some laptop stands allow you to not only tilt the angle of the tray, but also adjust the height to what fits your needs. However, other laptop stands are taller and are intended to be used as a small desk itself rather than a raised desk on another surface.
Meanwhile, laptop pads can be propped up on your lap so you can tilt them at an ideal angle for your work needs, and the added benefit is you can take lap desks anywhere without needing a flat surface. Both allow your laptop to stay cool with a breathable surface.
What Colors Do Laptop Lap Desks Come in?
At Staples, laptop lap desks come in a variety of styles making it easy to find the right pad for you. Whether you prefer a neutral or professionally appropriate style, or something bright and expressive, you’re sure to find a range of lap pads that match your personality. You can also find children’s lap desks, designed with cute animal patterns and drawings.