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Where should your computer mouse sit?

Close to the keyboard.

  1. At the far edge of the desk
  2. Wherever there's room on the desk
  3. Close to the keyboard ✔

Why: Keep the mouse close to the keyboard. Reaching far away can strain your shoulder and arm.

Huh, didn't know that: A keyboard without a number pad can leave more room for the mouse.

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Why was the mouse afraid of the computer? It had a cat-alog.
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Sources

  1. OSHA: Computer Workstations, Pointer/Mouse https://www.osha.gov/etools/computer-workstations/components/pointer-mouse

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