wierd question; when I think about using my computer at wok, the desk has not bottom plate so my chair is pushed in under the desk (as well as my feet). Will it be comfortable with a bottom plate? Isn't your body out of alignment with this type of desk (are you leaning into the computer screen)? TIA for your responses! wierd question; when I think about using my computer at wok, the desk has not bottom plate so my chair is pushed in under the desk (as well as my feet). Will it be comfortable with a bottom plate?... » Read More wierd question; when I think about using my computer at wok, the desk has not bottom plate so my chair is pushed in under the desk (as well as my feet). Will it be comfortable with a bottom plate? Isn't your body out of alignment with this type of desk (are you leaning into the computer screen)? TIA for your responses! « Show Less
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It depends on your eyesight and where you place your monitor on it. I have no problems with alignment with this desk. The bottom plate is also pretty sturdy, so you could rest your feet on it. Hope this information helps.
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The bottom shelf sets back a few inches from the front top edge of stand and the keyboard pulls out over your knees while sitting. The picture shows the monitor sitting towards the back of top shelf with some room for mouse. I move my monitor closer to front so my eyes can see screen better, which leave less space for mouse but still works for me.
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My laptop has little rubber "knobs" on the bottom to prevent sliding. I'm sure sleeker/thinner laptops probably don't have that but my HP does which means that my laptop stays where I put it. If your laptop is completely flat and smooth on the bottom, it will likely slide, but you can always cover the desk with a towel or something else if it's an issue.
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I put a small pillow on my lap with a tv tray on top of that and then the computer and base of top of that. I like to use it with the leg on the base down so that would dig into the lap without something to rest it on. It is a good height then too.
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Awesome! hmm.. Keep in mind that the base of the stand that would be touching the flat surface is shaped like a "T". I imagine that you're considering using the stand in your lap with the top of the "T" sitting across your thighs and the stem of the "T" sorta under your bum. I just tried this with my crane stand and i find that although the base is fairly stable, the position of my laptop would either be too close or too high no matter how it's adjusted. I also tried flipping the bottom stem the opposite way so, from a profile view, the stand is shaped like a "Z"; in this case it's not very stable because the bottom stem of the "T" is extended out past the couch (might possibly work if you have a couch with a deep seat). Overall, I wouldn't recommend doing this. I can only see this stand as useful if you need your laptop higher than your tabletop or in my case, as a DJ where it elevates my laptop above my mixer case. Maybe you could try searching for a "lap desk" and see if that application might fit your situation better.
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I'm 5"4" and I was hitting my knees under my computer desk. I pulled my keyboard and mouse back to the edge of the desk top and pedal away. It's hard to use the keyboard or write while you are using it though. Mine has held up really well and although not a cardio workout by any means, keeps the legs moving!
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Depending on the sofa...I think upright posture would prove more beneficial than sinking into a low sofa. Certainly, if you are using it for your arms, I think a sofa would prove difficult. I use it to exercise my shoulder and having the machine at table or desk height is imperative. For legs you might get away with a sofa -- it just all depends on the sofa and your back. Wouldn't the position from a sofa put extra strain on your back? I'm just conjecturing and thinking out loud on the keyboard. Other thoughts? Experience?
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Okay, back in office, and looked at stands. On the bottom you have a bar running across the front of the base and another running across the back, and two for the sides. As long as you have 'enough lap' to accommodate the approximately 20 cm gap between front and back rails you should be OK. There are no sharp projections or corners I could see and it appears there would be sufficient gap between the fan and your lap to continue providing circulation in the lowest setting, although probably not totally collapsed. All that said, it should be noted this seems designed to sit on a desktop, and not on a lap like some others I have seen. For the price, I would say it is worth a try. Okay, back in office, and looked at stands. On the bottom you have a bar running across the front of the base and another running across the back, and two for the sides. As long as you have 'enough lap' to accommodate the approximately 20 cm gap between front and back rails you should be OK. There are no sharp projections or corners I could see and it appears there would be sufficient gap between the fan and your lap to continue providing circulation in the lowest setting, although probably not totally collapsed. All that said, it should be noted this seems designed to sit on a desktop, and... » Read More Okay, back in office, and looked at stands. On the bottom you have a bar running across the front of the base and another running across the back, and two for the sides. As long as you have 'enough lap' to accommodate the approximately 20 cm gap between front and back rails you should be OK. There are no sharp projections or corners I could see and it appears there would be sufficient gap between the fan and your lap to continue providing circulation in the lowest setting, although probably not totally collapsed. All that said, it should be noted this seems designed to sit on a desktop, and not on a lap like some others I have seen. For the price, I would say it is worth a try. « Show Less
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It is metal on the bottom, so it would scratch your desk moving it back and forth. I have a nice computer desk I don't want scratched. I glued felt strips to both sides of the metal base supports on the bottom. That will do the trick. This unit is nice sturdy metal and quality construction.
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No issues. It is smooth enough so that your mouse will glide on it, but if your keyboard has any grips whatsoever on the bottom, it will not move. I have the most basic Lenovo keyboard with 1cm rubber pads at each corner, and have had no issues at all.
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Yes, but the tier resting on your desk is dimensionally smaller than the top tier. Hope this helps.
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I built a desk up around a similar design older model T30. Since I just need a slow pace using it as a desk, there isn't much need to see the display, though I can peek around the shelf and see it if I need to. I left a gap between the shelf where my keyboard sits and the shelf where the monitor is so I can look in there, or bend over and peek under. But due to my height the shelf is more than a foot above the handles.My problem is with the programming, haven't found a way to just turn it on and let it run for hours. Have to keep resetting. A bit of a hazard if I'm deep in thought and the track suddenly stops, making me almost fall over backwards. I built a desk up around a similar design older model T30. Since I just need a slow pace using it as a desk, there isn't much need to see the display, though I can peek around the shelf and see it if I need to. I left a gap between the shelf where my keyboard sits and the shelf where the monitor is so I can look in there, or bend over and peek under. But due to my height the shelf is more than a foot above the handles.My problem is with the programming, haven't found a way to just turn it on and let it run for hours. Have to keep resetting. A bit of a hazard if I'm deep in... » Read More I built a desk up around a similar design older model T30. Since I just need a slow pace using it as a desk, there isn't much need to see the display, though I can peek around the shelf and see it if I need to. I left a gap between the shelf where my keyboard sits and the shelf where the monitor is so I can look in there, or bend over and peek under. But due to my height the shelf is more than a foot above the handles.My problem is with the programming, haven't found a way to just turn it on and let it run for hours. Have to keep resetting. A bit of a hazard if I'm deep in thought and the track suddenly stops, making me almost fall over backwards. « Show Less
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Although I love the Winsome Cambridge Lap and Bed Desk as a "breakfast in bed" tray, I don't think it would be sturdy enough to support the weight and usage of a mounted keyboard tray. The main horizontal piece (the "table" part of it, if you will) is movable; it can be set at an angle and used to hold books for comfortable reading in bed. This piece of wood is approximately 1/3 - 1/2 inch thick, too thin I think to bolt anything to. Lastly, the legs of the table are rounded at the "feet", and if I have too much weight on the top of the tray, the whole unit starts to bow because the feet don't have a lot of grip to the surface the tray is sitting on (usually my bed). Hope this is helpful. Although I love the Winsome Cambridge Lap and Bed Desk as a "breakfast in bed" tray, I don't think it would be sturdy enough to support the weight and usage of a mounted keyboard tray. The main horizontal piece (the "table" part of it, if you will) is movable; it can be set at an angle and used to hold books for comfortable reading in bed. This piece of wood is approximately 1/3 - 1/2 inch thick, too thin I think to bolt anything to. Lastly, the legs of the table are rounded at the "feet", and if I have too much weight on the top of the tray, the whole unit... » Read More Although I love the Winsome Cambridge Lap and Bed Desk as a "breakfast in bed" tray, I don't think it would be sturdy enough to support the weight and usage of a mounted keyboard tray. The main horizontal piece (the "table" part of it, if you will) is movable; it can be set at an angle and used to hold books for comfortable reading in bed. This piece of wood is approximately 1/3 - 1/2 inch thick, too thin I think to bolt anything to. Lastly, the legs of the table are rounded at the "feet", and if I have too much weight on the top of the tray, the whole unit starts to bow because the feet don't have a lot of grip to the surface the tray is sitting on (usually my bed). Hope this is helpful. « Show Less
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No I ended up having to buy a chair separately. Also the desk has the draw for the key board which blocks your legs from going under it. I ended up just putting it on small pads.
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I use my wobble stool daily at my standing desk. I "lean" on it mostly. When I need to "sit", I lower the seat and can sit comfortably. It is safe, however, you have to get used to using it. If you try to mount the chair and you have it too high, you could fall. Always make sure the seat is lowered before sitting or leaning on it. And then elevate it as needed.
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I use it without the rear elevated platform, the holes in the top aren't really noticeable. I also didn't use the keyboard tray since I use a laptop daily and have no need for it. It makes the perfect desk in my home office and I truly enjoy the fact that it has plenty of room for my laptop and second monitor.
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The 'desk' area is a soft surface. It is at such an angle, that I have some difficulty keeping my pc on it. Wish the lip was a little higher. As I like using a mouse rather than the keyboard, I just 'read' on it.
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Only if you put a folded towel (or anything else) under the smaller "bean bag" closest to your body to make it flat. There are two bean bags, the smaller closest to your body and the thicker/larger furthest, making the tray tilt significantly towards your body. Otherwise, the dish would slide into your body. If the lower price is what's catching your attention, you can give it a try and find something to make the tray level while in your lap. You might want a towel anyway, just in case something spills. My laptop is sliding into my body as I type! I have something behind the mouse to keep it from sliding off the tray. I'll use it and get my money's worth, but definitely wouldn't order another like this. Only if you put a folded towel (or anything else) under the smaller "bean bag" closest to your body to make it flat. There are two bean bags, the smaller closest to your body and the thicker/larger furthest, making the tray tilt significantly towards your body. Otherwise, the dish would slide into your body. If the lower price is what's catching your attention, you can give it a try and find something to make the tray level while in your lap. You might want a towel anyway, just in case something spills. My laptop is sliding into my body as I type! I have something behind the mouse... » Read More Only if you put a folded towel (or anything else) under the smaller "bean bag" closest to your body to make it flat. There are two bean bags, the smaller closest to your body and the thicker/larger furthest, making the tray tilt significantly towards your body. Otherwise, the dish would slide into your body. If the lower price is what's catching your attention, you can give it a try and find something to make the tray level while in your lap. You might want a towel anyway, just in case something spills. My laptop is sliding into my body as I type! I have something behind the mouse to keep it from sliding off the tray. I'll use it and get my money's worth, but definitely wouldn't order another like this. « Show Less