Home office setup list — build a workspace that works
When you work from home, a wrong desk, chair or light quickly shows up as back and eye strain. This list runs from furniture to cables and small comforts, and with a room code you can split the shopping with your partner or flatmate. No sign-up needed.
In short
A home office basically needs a desk, an ergonomic chair, a monitor, a keyboard and a mouse; then add a desk lamp, a surge protector, a cable organizer and, if you take calls, a webcam and a headset. Spend on how you sit first, because back and eye strain come mostly from the desk, the chair and the lighting.
19 items go straight into your new room; delete what you don't need, add what's missing. No account needed.
What's on the list
- Desk
- Ergonomic chair
- Monitor
- Monitor stand
- Keyboard
- Mouse
- Laptop stand
- Webcam
- Headset
- Desk lamp
- Surge protector
- USB hub
- Cable organizer
- Footrest
- Notebook and pens
- File organizer
- Printer
- Desk plant
- Water bottle
Tips
Set the top of the monitor at eye level, elbows at about 90 degrees and feet flat on the floor; ergonomics matter as much as the shopping.
Place the screen at a right angle to the window, since light from directly in front or behind causes glare and tires your eyes.
Stand up for a few minutes every hour and look away from the screen often; it noticeably eases back and eye strain.
Buy the chair and desk first and the accessories later; on a tight budget, the first investment belongs in how you sit.
How it works
1. Open your room
Tap the button and the items land in a fresh room. No account, no email, nothing to install.
2. Share the code
Send the room code or the link to the group; everyone's on the same list in seconds.
3. Finish it together
Who's buying what shows up instantly; bought items get ticked, so nobody buys the same thing twice.
Frequently asked questions
What do you really need for a home office?
A desk, an ergonomic chair, good lighting and a surge protector are the essentials. A monitor, keyboard and mouse come on top, and if you work on a laptop, a laptop stand helps too.
How do you set up a laptop ergonomically?
Raise the laptop on a stand and use a separate keyboard and mouse. That brings the screen up to eye level and keeps your hands and shoulders at a comfortable angle.
How do you tame the cable mess on a desk?
Gather your devices on one surge protector, run the cables under the desk with a cable organizer and cut the number of connections with a USB hub. Labelling the ends saves you guessing which is which later.
Can I change the list?
Of course. The ready-made list is just a starting point: delete, add, move items between categories.
Do I need an account?
No. A room code is all it takes — no email, password or signup.
How long is the list kept?
As long as you use it. A list is only deleted after a month without any activity; even opening the room resets the clock.
Can I install it on my phone?
Yes. With the room open, tap "Save Room" to add it to your home screen and open it with one tap.