How to Convert Your Notebook Into A Desktop PC?

If you have been working from your home on your laptop ever since the pandemic, and you are finding it harder to do the same work efficiently from your office, then you might need to adjust your current work setup. Your laptop can’t be used on the bed or the dining table anymore. With just a little work and a few tweaks, your laptop can be transformed into a desktop-like configuration. This will help you not only increase productivity but also improve your posture and ergonomics.

We have compiled some tips that will help you transform your laptop into an effective desktop. These tips are useful for those who have an old laptop and want to turn it into something more.

Laptop as a Workstation

Yes, laptops are great tools for getting work done while on the go. But they’re not meant to be used long hours at a time. It is possible to get wrist, neck, and back pain from long hours of laptop use due to its small screen and cramped keyboard. Therefore, it is necessary to upgrade to a bigger monitor and use a proper keyboard/mouse. A proper ergonomic chair will improve your posture. Let’s take a closer glance at these tips.

Turn Your Laptop Into A Desktop: A Complete Guide

Before I start, here’s what you can trust: My laptop became a desktop-like configuration and I used it for nearly a full year. It has a lot of potential for improvement, and I learned some things from it. Therefore, you can be certain that everything in this article comes directly from personal experience.

Display: You can switch to a monitor

If you have a computer monitoring system in your home, make use of it. You can buy a cheaper one if it is not. It will make your life easier and improve your posture. A Full HD resolution monitor must be at least 24″ diagonally. It should also have at most 250 nits of brightness (better is if it’s 300 nits). This allows you to see the content of the monitor even in direct sunlight. While you prefer at least one HDMI connection, two is a good option. You can find the top affordable monitors in India in this dedicated article.

Prefer full-sized Keyboard & Mouse

For pairing with your larger monitor, you can use your existing wired and wireless keyboards and mice. Wireless keyboards and mouse may seem messy but are affordable and reliable. A dedicated number pad is a better option if your work involves lots of numbers. While membrane keyboards have their merits, mechanical keyboards are better and more reliable. They can withstand millions of keystrokes. We’ve written about how mechanical keyboards improve productivity. India’s price range for mechanical keyboards is as low at Rs 2,000 In our in-depth article , we have listed the most popular wired and Wireless keyboards.

Make sure you choose a mouse that isn’t too small. These mice aren’t ergonomically sound and can cause wrist pain. Choose a full-sized, comfortable mouse that can fit in your hand. It should also feature tactile clicks that give feedback when you click a mouse button. Many mice have additional buttons that can be programmed for specific tasks or to launch particular apps. Bluetooth connectivity is preferred over radio frequency (RF), as it allows you the ability to connect it with many other devices like smartphones, tablets, and smart televisions. Bluetooth wireless mice do have longer latency than wired mouse, but most people don’t notice any difference.

By Elliana