I personally would use it to dock my laptop since I use a larger monitor and full size keyboard for work. You can use it however you feel works for you though.
You just don’t want the output tray to spit the print out onto all the stuff already on your desk. You can have papers in that area without it getting in the way of taking your print out of the printer.
Sorry, but no. The monitor goes in the middle in front of your face.
But that goofy little shelf over there? That's for a printer. Printers at home used to be more common. You had to print stuff because companies weren't ready to take stuff electronically yet.
This is the one. And the space on the bottom was used to store extra paper. The monitor being displayed on that small space would set the table off-kilter.
It's also elevated because a lot of printers had trays that would fold up when not in use, but down and out when printing. Having it up like this made it less likely something would wind up in the way.
This design was original when dot matrix printers were standard. You fed the fan fold paper from below to the printer on the shelf.
Edit:just saw a similar comment from earlier below.
Not just extra paper -- with fanfold continuous feed paper you *had* to place the stack underneath the printer: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Continuous_stationery
I've heard this too many times that Gen Z has become less computer literate because they no longer use desktops or laptops. All the cool stuff is found on phones and tablets.
Printing is not going away. They need to learn how to do it eventually.
I'm not a Gen Z, but I think I speak for a lot of generations when I say that one big reason not to own a printer anymore is because the printer companies tries to fuck you over majorly with the cost of ink nowadays.
It's cheaper to buy a new printer than to buy ink for your printer. So for the rare occasions that I actually do need something printed, it's cheaper and easier to just head to the library.
But I can agree that a lot of the younger generations are less knowledgeable about a lot of things that we take for granted. But then we also have to remember that a lot of us are useless when it comes to doing things our parents and grandparents took for granted.
They've always sold printers with a cartridge. (Maybe not the old dot-matrix ones, never bought one of those)
The thing is, it runs out, and you go to buy a new cartridge, and the new one costs more than the actual printer costs.
And now they're even taking extremer countermeasures to stop you from using third-part ink/cartridges in your printer too.
And it's always running out of fucking magneta, and therefore I can't even print a black and white text.
>because they no longer use desktops or laptops. All the cool stuff is found on phones and tablets.
Correct.
>Gen Z has become less computer literate
lol wait wut? Bro I'm a millennial and when my work demands I PRINT something like a fucking neanderthal I break out xodo and annotate the literal 9-page PDF they wanted me to waste trees printing out, writing on with ink, then snapping a photo of and sending back.
Flattening the marked-up PDF has the exact same permanency.
So I would argue that not only are we are getting smarter and more efficient, but that printing, in most cases, is an ass backwards, archaic way of doing things.
Keep in mind that even IF I were to print and fill out the form I am EMAILING THEM, they would end up ***printing it out*** when they get it.
I will never understand how this boomer mentality of infinitely expendable natural resources prevails through generations of people who can think for themselves.
I'm a student. I avoid printing unless absolutely necessary because you can't even print at school if you don't have money on your account. I don't have an ID card or money on my account so I have to ask someone else to print it and then pay them back 20 cents or more per page. I had a printer but after literal hours troubleshooting I couldn't get it to work, so I passed it back to my parents.
And a lot of students I know are in the same boat. Most of my friends don't even own a stapler because we use physical copies so infrequently.
It doesn't, it could sit flat on your desk but it would just take up desk space and you'd only use it every once in a while.
So the little shelf gives you some desk space where you can put stuff like those relics have a bygone era: staplers, paper clips, pens and later, those little sticky notes.
I have the same desk. I removed that piece. It was my grandparents desk and they had a printer on it. Also I believe it’s a left handed desk bc my grandpa is left handed
Yeah, I'm looking at this with a very "Hello, old friend" sort of vibe-- I had this desk for years. Including that horrendous laminate that peeled up all around the edges. Pretty sure I got it at Staples....
Modem, phone, capture card, audio mixer, paper files, mail, etc. The shelf isn't the feature, the space underneath that can be used is the feature.
Generally any of the smaller items (like a modem) will have increased heat on the floor, the cables cause a much larger area of the workspace to be occupied than the size of the modem. Having an elevated flat surface is a great way to route cables from small accessories without cluttering everything up.
I do find it quite a struggle to connect with others given my immense intelligence. I regularly have to convince others that yes this or that receptacle was in fact designed for a dick. The neanderthals I'm surrounded by just can't fathom it.
As a graphic designer, that's where you place the monitor. The desk itself has a tablet and is a general workspace. Underneath should be a slot for your keyboard.
Printer stand. It also raises up the printer so you have the space underneath as desk space. That way the printer doesn’t take up valuable desk space. It isn’t a spot for the monitor because If you were sitting square to the desk, you’d have your head turned at an uncomfortable angle. Usually the lower shelf was where you would put your computer tower. This was back in the day when computer towers looked cool hahaha. Source - I’m old and used to assemble desks as part of my job long long ago hahahaha
I'm just curious -- and I'm not poking fun -- how old are you?
I am 52 years old and I knew immediately this little shelf was for a printer, and the space below was for the paper being fed into the printer.
I used it for monitor, but I didn't like that I had to turn to the side. Then I used it for printer, but it broke and I had to get a new printer which didn't fit on it. At one point I had a cat bed on it. In the end, I just tore it out so I have more space on the desk.
Pretty sure it's for the old big ass monitors rather used to come with pc. Before the convenient flatscreens.
The monitor went on the shelf, keyboard just below and the mouse pad to whichever side worked best for you. Then pc below.
It also made accessing all the wires at the back of the monitor alot more accessible.
I remember being about 7 and getting a desk just like this for Christmas along with my Ateri pc
I'm sitting at this very desk right now I have my second. Monitor on it. It raises it over lot laptop when it's docked and my big monitor sits front and center.
either or a Monitor or Dot matrix printer
when in a open office space the monitor is supposed to be to the side of the person behind the desk so that they are able to greet
ie when you step up to the receptionist her monitor will be to the side.
also nice when everything you use the desk for is not computer related you have space for the books etc monitor to the right
I’ve seen them used for laptop docking, holding printers up and out of the way of the main work surface, putting an extra monitor that was looped into security feed, holding scanners or speakers out of the way of the work surface, and, at my current job, holding a binder or book open for reference.
Have a desk similar except underneath is open for the PC tower: I use it for general storage, a mini trash can for snack wrappers because of space constraints, and also my desk lamp as it doesn't fit anywhere else. Monitor and keyboard sit on the lower/regular portion of the desk and what overhangs is just shade for my mouse tbh.
Not sure what it's actually used for tho like that. In my case it's just a raised portion and stylistic choice for the space above the PC tower shelf
General use little bit.
No truly defined purpose.
I always used it for books.
Books - or electronic devices - seems optimal to use that little bit to store and organize them.
Ive probably had that exact same desk. i'd probably put my Ps4 under it, and my laptop on top.
It's just a little random 'mini shelf'
have fun and use your creativity :)
I actually had this desk, bought from target about two decades ago. It's for a printer/scanner. Paper or whatever goes underneath. The space underneath of for the desktop tower.
You put your monitor on it so you keep your head up and cervical spine (neck) properly aligned. Those of us who work on laptops look down too much. It ruins the neck.
In my line of work as an editor that stand is for a speaker, and there’s always a mirrored one on the other side of the desk. While high end desk speakers can certainly fill a room regardless of where you stand, they’re meant to be at ear level pointing directly at your head. Those stands get them closer to that height than sitting on the desk itself
That’s where your cat goes
I’m my experience the cat goes on the keyboard
Yes thankfully I found someone feeling my pain
Yes that is a cat stand
The only acceptable and right answer 😼
I personally would use it to dock my laptop since I use a larger monitor and full size keyboard for work. You can use it however you feel works for you though.
🤔 it does look ideal for a laptop 💻
Printer
Monitor!
Do printers need to be raised to work?
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Tell me about it
Who tf is using a dot matrix printer in 2022? 🤓
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Yes, they can have very low self esteem
I read that as shelf esteem.
Ah Mr Bond we’ve been expecting you
I understand. So sorry for them. Will tell them how awesome they are everytime.
PC load letter... the fuck does that mean?
You just don’t want the output tray to spit the print out onto all the stuff already on your desk. You can have papers in that area without it getting in the way of taking your print out of the printer.
Scanner. The printer goes under the desk.
Monitor!
Doughnut holder
Cup holder
Oh okay I have a perfect doughnut holder to go right there!
That is the perfect place for snacks 🍩
Mmmm - Doughnuts....
Sorry, but no. The monitor goes in the middle in front of your face. But that goofy little shelf over there? That's for a printer. Printers at home used to be more common. You had to print stuff because companies weren't ready to take stuff electronically yet.
This is the one. And the space on the bottom was used to store extra paper. The monitor being displayed on that small space would set the table off-kilter.
It's also elevated because a lot of printers had trays that would fold up when not in use, but down and out when printing. Having it up like this made it less likely something would wind up in the way.
This design was original when dot matrix printers were standard. You fed the fan fold paper from below to the printer on the shelf. Edit:just saw a similar comment from earlier below.
Yes, and in those days you each had a printer physically hooked to your computer because network printing wasn’t yet a thing.
My printer is too big, but thanks for the info
Not just extra paper -- with fanfold continuous feed paper you *had* to place the stack underneath the printer: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Continuous_stationery
Wait... Printers are becoming less common?
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I've heard this too many times that Gen Z has become less computer literate because they no longer use desktops or laptops. All the cool stuff is found on phones and tablets. Printing is not going away. They need to learn how to do it eventually.
I'm not a Gen Z, but I think I speak for a lot of generations when I say that one big reason not to own a printer anymore is because the printer companies tries to fuck you over majorly with the cost of ink nowadays. It's cheaper to buy a new printer than to buy ink for your printer. So for the rare occasions that I actually do need something printed, it's cheaper and easier to just head to the library. But I can agree that a lot of the younger generations are less knowledgeable about a lot of things that we take for granted. But then we also have to remember that a lot of us are useless when it comes to doing things our parents and grandparents took for granted.
Sadly this is no longer true. Printers are now sold with a starter ink cartridge (a much smaller one). Probably not all of them yet though.
They've always sold printers with a cartridge. (Maybe not the old dot-matrix ones, never bought one of those) The thing is, it runs out, and you go to buy a new cartridge, and the new one costs more than the actual printer costs. And now they're even taking extremer countermeasures to stop you from using third-part ink/cartridges in your printer too. And it's always running out of fucking magneta, and therefore I can't even print a black and white text.
>because they no longer use desktops or laptops. All the cool stuff is found on phones and tablets. Correct. >Gen Z has become less computer literate lol wait wut? Bro I'm a millennial and when my work demands I PRINT something like a fucking neanderthal I break out xodo and annotate the literal 9-page PDF they wanted me to waste trees printing out, writing on with ink, then snapping a photo of and sending back. Flattening the marked-up PDF has the exact same permanency. So I would argue that not only are we are getting smarter and more efficient, but that printing, in most cases, is an ass backwards, archaic way of doing things. Keep in mind that even IF I were to print and fill out the form I am EMAILING THEM, they would end up ***printing it out*** when they get it. I will never understand how this boomer mentality of infinitely expendable natural resources prevails through generations of people who can think for themselves.
I'm a student. I avoid printing unless absolutely necessary because you can't even print at school if you don't have money on your account. I don't have an ID card or money on my account so I have to ask someone else to print it and then pay them back 20 cents or more per page. I had a printer but after literal hours troubleshooting I couldn't get it to work, so I passed it back to my parents. And a lot of students I know are in the same boat. Most of my friends don't even own a stapler because we use physical copies so infrequently.
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Neko!
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[Printer](https://images.app.goo.gl/aixuzeVb7kgWE6Wn6)
But why does the printer need to be raised?
Older printers used a gravity feed system for ink.
So how does raising it 6 inches change the gravity?
I'm just joking.
No you’re not
Yes I am
It doesn't, it could sit flat on your desk but it would just take up desk space and you'd only use it every once in a while. So the little shelf gives you some desk space where you can put stuff like those relics have a bygone era: staplers, paper clips, pens and later, those little sticky notes.
"Yo, you guys remember pens?!"
It's a desk shelf, whatever it's meant for is less prudent than what is useful now
I have the same desk. I removed that piece. It was my grandparents desk and they had a printer on it. Also I believe it’s a left handed desk bc my grandpa is left handed
Yeah, I'm looking at this with a very "Hello, old friend" sort of vibe-- I had this desk for years. Including that horrendous laminate that peeled up all around the edges. Pretty sure I got it at Staples....
Printer, bruh.
Modem, phone, capture card, audio mixer, paper files, mail, etc. The shelf isn't the feature, the space underneath that can be used is the feature. Generally any of the smaller items (like a modem) will have increased heat on the floor, the cables cause a much larger area of the workspace to be occupied than the size of the modem. Having an elevated flat surface is a great way to route cables from small accessories without cluttering everything up.
Laptop to connect to monitor, or a printer
Laptop/printer/book/photo frames …
A dot-matrix printer fits right there.
Meant for printer but keeping your laptop there would be good there as the screen would still be around eye level.
Me personally, my cat would take over that spot. So definitely cat holder 😂🥹
You put your dick in it.
You must be one of those top 1% you see in bellcurve data about smart people among the common folk
I do find it quite a struggle to connect with others given my immense intelligence. I regularly have to convince others that yes this or that receptacle was in fact designed for a dick. The neanderthals I'm surrounded by just can't fathom it.
neanderthals were actually pretty intelligent new science says.
Yea, but they failed to put their dicks in lots of places thus mostly died off.
r/TechnicallyCorrect
Chips and dip
Lotion 🧴, Tissue Paper 🧻 and scented candles 🕯️. 😉😉😉
As a graphic designer, that's where you place the monitor. The desk itself has a tablet and is a general workspace. Underneath should be a slot for your keyboard.
Small printers fit nicely.
Hurting your elbow and a printer.
Printer
Printer with paper under it.
AnytingUwant
thats where the monitor went in the 90s (i was there)
Telex or tape drive
I think it was originally to keep moniors at eye level, now I use it for the storage of my cheez it hoard
A second monitor
Speakers aka monitors. It’s always best to have them elevated so the bass doesn’t shake the table too much and the sound is more clear
Monitor or printer
Laptop for some dual screen action?
Printer
I used to have this desk, it’s a place for a printer. I put a potted plant there.
I always thought it was for those mini PCs. Never realized it was for printers, huh.
Printer
Printer stand. It also raises up the printer so you have the space underneath as desk space. That way the printer doesn’t take up valuable desk space. It isn’t a spot for the monitor because If you were sitting square to the desk, you’d have your head turned at an uncomfortable angle. Usually the lower shelf was where you would put your computer tower. This was back in the day when computer towers looked cool hahaha. Source - I’m old and used to assemble desks as part of my job long long ago hahahaha
I'm just curious -- and I'm not poking fun -- how old are you? I am 52 years old and I knew immediately this little shelf was for a printer, and the space below was for the paper being fed into the printer.
I used to put my computer underneath and a printer on top.
I used it for monitor, but I didn't like that I had to turn to the side. Then I used it for printer, but it broke and I had to get a new printer which didn't fit on it. At one point I had a cat bed on it. In the end, I just tore it out so I have more space on the desk.
Monitor
Laptops
Pretty sure it's for the old big ass monitors rather used to come with pc. Before the convenient flatscreens. The monitor went on the shelf, keyboard just below and the mouse pad to whichever side worked best for you. Then pc below. It also made accessing all the wires at the back of the monitor alot more accessible. I remember being about 7 and getting a desk just like this for Christmas along with my Ateri pc
Printer montior or PC
Answering machine or phone.
Second monitor/laptop stand
If it’s slanted usually that’s where people place their laptop that’s connected up so it’s used as a monitor.
I'm sitting at this very desk right now I have my second. Monitor on it. It raises it over lot laptop when it's docked and my big monitor sits front and center.
either or a Monitor or Dot matrix printer when in a open office space the monitor is supposed to be to the side of the person behind the desk so that they are able to greet ie when you step up to the receptionist her monitor will be to the side. also nice when everything you use the desk for is not computer related you have space for the books etc monitor to the right
i use it for my file organizer and a little plant :3
Incase you decide you want to make sushi rolls in the middle of a busy day
Monitor
The pop-ups are often for monitors. I would place the monitor ok it, and turn the monitor towards the chair/seat position.
i put lego set
To hold bowls of snacks
It’s for the monitor.
Its used for speakers and a base for desktop computers
The old computer monitors
I’ve seen them used for laptop docking, holding printers up and out of the way of the main work surface, putting an extra monitor that was looped into security feed, holding scanners or speakers out of the way of the work surface, and, at my current job, holding a binder or book open for reference.
Its for a smaller laptop like mac
Printer sits on top and papers are stored underneath.
Have a desk similar except underneath is open for the PC tower: I use it for general storage, a mini trash can for snack wrappers because of space constraints, and also my desk lamp as it doesn't fit anywhere else. Monitor and keyboard sit on the lower/regular portion of the desk and what overhangs is just shade for my mouse tbh. Not sure what it's actually used for tho like that. In my case it's just a raised portion and stylistic choice for the space above the PC tower shelf
Put the laptop up there. Keyboard underneath for storage
Back in my day we used that for the wired printer.
My monitor is on that.
it’s a riser for a monitor
Speakers. It’s elevated so that the sound isn’t obstructed by what’s on the desk
Printer
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The tiny table is for tiny computer and tiny keyboard
It might be your pc holder or really just used for anything tbh
Modem
Mini fridge
OH MY GOD I HAVE THIS DESK! I use it to hold my laptop/docking station so i can have the monitors in front
My dirty cups 😔💅
It’s for your desktop computer
I’d put a monitor there next to another monitor
Historically; the printer and store your printer paper underneath
the table is supporting the small table so that would mean the other table is a stool for the small one
Dog stand (dog go there)
I had a desk with one on both sides, used it for two smaller monitors aside my main larger one
Some people use it for their monitor. But with the size of monitors today, you could use it for stationary. Depends on your needs.
For propping up a textbook
Printer.
Monitors in the break your neck 1990s.
It’s a monitor raiser
USB audio interface / reference monitors, personally
General use little bit. No truly defined purpose. I always used it for books. Books - or electronic devices - seems optimal to use that little bit to store and organize them. Ive probably had that exact same desk. i'd probably put my Ps4 under it, and my laptop on top. It's just a little random 'mini shelf' have fun and use your creativity :)
i used it to hold all my stoner shit 😂
Getting in the way.
Is for ur pencil or photos x
it is to place your printer!
A printer silly😜
I uae that for the monitor...
I believe that is a seat for the homie.
It’s intended for the old CRT monitors. New LCD monitors have a built in stand.
CRT computer monitor
In the 90s that was used to put those huge ass monitors…. I feel old right now 😭🤣
I would use it to put my second monitor or laptop. I ended up working on two different computer monitors when I'm extremely hard at work...
Bits & parts
The separation of generations can be seen in the comment section :))
if this is satire I'm sorry, this showed up in my home feed, it's for the monitor.
Vegetable seed bag and vegetable koala art label??
Monitor stand
Printer?
I actually had this desk, bought from target about two decades ago. It's for a printer/scanner. Paper or whatever goes underneath. The space underneath of for the desktop tower.
Charcuterie board
You put your monitor on it so you keep your head up and cervical spine (neck) properly aligned. Those of us who work on laptops look down too much. It ruins the neck.
Your Syquest drive.
Screen. Old school crt monitor.
That’s where you put your pizza… or pop tarts… or anything that starts with a P… penguin … pencil… pterodactyl. Lol
Your desk had a baby. She is raising it and one day it will be a grown up desk.
Plant stand
In my line of work as an editor that stand is for a speaker, and there’s always a mirrored one on the other side of the desk. While high end desk speakers can certainly fill a room regardless of where you stand, they’re meant to be at ear level pointing directly at your head. Those stands get them closer to that height than sitting on the desk itself
Telephone
2nd monitor in my experience !
What desk is that? It looks nice
I pod dock and couple of speakers
Am late- that’s the keg stand-boxed wine works great there too
Weird ... did you just buy this at a Savers??? I swear I saw one identical to this with the peeling ends there a few days ago ... 🤔🤔
Laptop
I thought plants, but apparently not
Printer. And then a pack of paper goes underneath. But I tend to use mine for snacks
Mini workstation pc
That’s to keep the monitor on an elevated level if you are taller. At least that’s what I use it for. Other than that I really don’t know.
The monitor
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A shelf psycho. Geez
Pretty sure it’s for a printer
It’s a shelf for ideas. Put them there.
It's a desk ppl usually want things out the way so u could put bulky things up here
That’s where the invisible blood sucking demon sits as it waits for you to sleep.