External keyboard trays to enhance your work station
Working from home could be a long term trend and even if it isn't, it's always nice to have a workstation at home that can also double up as a small home office. Not everyone has the space to put up a dedicated computer table in their house, but there is always that one table where the computer is kept with the keyboard right there in front and centre occupying space that could otherwise be used to store other things. Depending on your setup, it is possible to incorporate a simple keyboard tray into the desk. This will not only give it a cleaner look but also help with space management and avoid the clutter that comes with having a keyboard and mouse lying on the desk. If you are in the market to clean up your setup and hide the keyboard and some of the wires behind a keyboard tray, know that there are options that can fit with your current desk eliminating the need for a new table. So here is a look at some keyboard tray options available on Amazon.
HUANUO Keyboard Tray Under Desk with C Clamp
This keyboard tray has enough space for a full-sized keyboard and also has some space for you to keep a mouse. It has a sliding keyboard tray mechanism and the brand claims that the product can be installed in under 5 minutes. It also says that there is no damage to the desk with sturdy C-clamps that hold everything tightly in place. The C-clamp ensures you don't need to find a carpenter to install it as it is literally mounting the clamps and tightening them. The C-Clamp holds the keyboard tray below the desk. All you have to do is mount the C-clam on the desk and attach the keyboard tray to it. It is as easy as tightening a nut. The keyboard tray does not come with a dedicated wrist rest, but there is a place for one if you need to add one to the keyboard. It can also be removed easily, in case you need to install it on another desk.
Worksmart Articulated Keyboard Station with Mouse Tray
If a separate position for the mouse is what you are looking for, then this is the one to check out. The keyboard tray comes with a dedicated wrist rest which is nice for those long typing sessions. It also has a dedicated space for the mouse. The keyboard tray can house a full-sized keyboard. The keyboard tray slides in and out and can also swivel left and right for a comfortable position. The mouse tray can also swivel up and down.
Undersdesk Keyboard Tray
If a traditional keyboard tray is what you are looking for, then you can check out the Undersdesk Keyboard Tray. It has a simple design and is 26-inches wide which is enough to house a full-sized keyboard and mouse easily. It also has an adjustable height to give you a good position for long typing experiences. There is also housing to route cables to help with cable management and hide the clutter. It has a simple sliding mechanism.
Kurtzy Laptop Study Table
This may have the words ‘laptop study table’ in the title, but it can be used as a keyboard tray as well. It is ideal for those desks that don't have legroom below it because of storage. You can adjust the height and since this isnt installed on the table like the other trays on this list, you can drag it away when the work is done maintaining the aesthetic look of your setup. The Kurtzy Laptop Study Table is fully adjustable up to 90 degrees making it convenient.
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