Desk Setup Checklist
A printable, shareable checklist to help you build a clean, comfortable, and productive desk setup.
Use this checklist to evaluate or upgrade your current setup. Save it, print it, or share it.
Desk & Chair
- ☐ Desk fits your space (≤ 48” for small rooms)
- ☐ Desk depth allows monitor at arm’s length
- ☐ Desk height allows elbows at ~90°
- ☐ Chair height adjustable
- ☐ Lumbar support for lower back
- ☐ Seat depth allows 2–3 fingers behind knees
- ☐ Feet flat on floor or footrest
- ☐ Armrests adjusted or removed
Monitor & Screen Setup
- ☐ Top of screen at or slightly below eye level
- ☐ Monitor about arm’s length away
- ☐ Screen centered to your body
- ☐ Monitor tilt adjusted
- ☐ Brightness adjusted for room lighting
- ☐ Blue light or night mode enabled
- ☐ Monitor arm or riser used
Keyboard & Mouse
- ☐ Keyboard directly in front of you
- ☐ Keyboard height allows relaxed shoulders
- ☐ Wrists in a neutral position
- ☐ Mouse at same height as keyboard
- ☐ Mouse close to keyboard
- ☐ Desk mat or mouse pad for comfort
- ☐ Keyboard angle adjusted
Lighting
- ☐ Desk lamp or monitor light bar
- ☐ Light placed opposite writing hand
- ☐ No glare or reflections on screen
- ☐ Adjustable brightness
- ☐ Warm light for evenings
- ☐ Overhead lighting not casting shadows
Cable Management
- ☐ Cables routed behind desk
- ☐ Power bar hidden or mounted
- ☐ Excess cable length managed
- ☐ Cable clips used
- ☐ Cable basket or tray under desk
- ☐ No cables touching feet or chair wheels
Organization & Productivity
- ☐ Only daily-use items on desk
- ☐ Drawer or tray for small items
- ☐ Vertical storage (shelf or pegboard)
- ☐ Clear space for writing
- ☐ Phone placed out of reach
- ☐ Water bottle within reach
Comfort & Extras
- ☐ Footrest for long sessions
- ☐ Headphone stand or hook
- ☐ External speakers or quality headphones
- ☐ Webcam positioned at eye level
- ☐ Plant or calming decor
- ☐ Regular breaks scheduled (20–20–20 rule)
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