Safety and Comfort
Being Inventive
Use pillows, blankets, towels, and books to:
•Raise the height of your seat.
•Create a footrest, if needed.
•Support your back.
•Raise your computer to elevate the keyboard and display.
•Provide arm supports, if you are working on a couch or bed.
•Provide padding wherever needed.
Transporting the Computer
If you load up your carrying case with accessories and papers, avoid shoulder strain by using a cart or a carrying case with
| Notebook Comfort |
| When you must work where proper seating or support may not be available, such as |
| on airplanes or in wilderness areas, change your position often while working and |
* | take brief breaks more frequently. |
Long Hours of Use | |
| You may find it more comfortable to use a |
| mouse or trackball with your notebook computer. This is especially important when |
| working on your notebook computer for long hours. |
Typing Style
Observe your typing style and notice how you use your fingers and hands. Avoid keeping any unnecessary tension in your thumbs and fingers. Observe whether you have a heavy touch or a light touch while typing. Use the minimum amount of force needed to depress the keys.
Reaching for Keys and Key Combinations
To reach keys that are not near your keyboard’s home row, move your whole arm; avoid stretching your fingers and angling your wrists. When pressing two keys simultaneously, such as Ctrl+C or Alt+F, use two hands instead of contorting one hand to reach both keys.