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Chapter 2. Adjusting and using your monitor

Good ergonomic practice is important to get the most from your personal

computer and to avoid discomfort. Arrange your workplace and the equipment

you use to suit your individual needs and the kind of work that you perform. In

addition, use healthy work habits to maximize your performance and comfort

while using your computer.

For more detailed information on any of these topics, visit the Healthy Computing

Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/healthycomputing/

Use a work surface of appropriate height and space to allow you to work in

comfort.

Organize your work area to match the way you use materials and equipment.

Keep your work area clean and clear for the materials that you typically use and

place the items that you use most frequently, such as the computer mouse or

telephone, within the easiest reach.

Equipment layout and setup play a large role in your working posture. The

following topics describe how to optimize equipment setup to achieve and

maintain good working posture.

Positioning your monitor

Position and adjust your computer monitor for comfortable viewing by considering

the following items:

v Viewing distance: Optimal viewing distances for monitors range from

v Monitor height: Position the monitor so your head and neck are in a

v Tilt: Adjust the tilt of your monitor to optimize the appearance of the screen

v General location: Position your monitor to avoid glare or reflections on the

The following are some other tips for comfortable viewing of your monitor:

This section

provides

information on adjusting and using your monitor.

approximately 510 mm to 760 mm (20 in to 30 in) and can vary depending on

ambient light and time of day. You can achieve different viewing distances by

repositioning your monitor or by modifying your posture or chair position. Use

a viewing distance that is most comfortable for you.

comfortable and neutral (vertical, or upright) position. If your monitor does not

have height adjustments, you might have to place books or other sturdy objects

under the base of the monitor to achieve the desired height. A general guideline

is to position the monitor such that the top of the screen is at or slightly below

your eye-height when you are comfortably seated. However, be sure to optimize

your monitor height so the line of site between your eyes and the center the

monitor suits your preferences for visual distance and comfortable viewing

when your eye muscles are in a relaxed state.

content and to accommodate your preferred head and neck posture.

screen from overhead lighting or nearby windows.

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