Document Holder
Key Characteristics
- ✓Elevates documents to monitor height
- ✓Reduces neck strain from looking down
- ✓Adjustable angle and height
- ✓Holds documents securely in position
- ✓Some include line guide features
- ✓Positioned between or beside monitors
Types & Variations
Common Materials
Works Well With These Styles
Placement & Usage Tips
Position the document holder directly beside your primary monitor at the same height and distance from your eyes. For single monitor setups, place it on the side of your dominant eye. For dual monitor setups, a between-monitors holder position minimizes eye travel distance for all three viewing targets.
💡 Pro Tip
If you frequently reference documents while typing, an inline document holder positioned directly between your keyboard and monitor creates the most ergonomic setup. This placement keeps the document, keyboard, and screen all in the same forward focal plane, eliminating the side-to-side head turning that a beside-the-monitor placement requires. The slight overlap with screen sightline is a small trade-off for dramatically reduced neck rotation throughout the day.
Related Terms
Monitor Arm
An adjustable mounting bracket that attaches a computer monitor to a desk edge or wall, freeing desk surface space and allowing precise screen positioning.
Desktop Organizer
A storage accessory designed to sit on a desk surface and provide compartments, slots, and holders for office supplies, documents, and small items.
Desk Lamp
A task-oriented light fixture positioned on or near a desk to provide focused illumination for reading, writing, and computer work.