The Setup
Choosing a monitor around the games you play
Build a shortlist from your games, graphics hardware and viewing conditions.
17 GUIDES
The Setup
Screens, desks, sound and recording equipment.
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Choosing between 24-inch and 27-inch displays
Compare pixel density and desk space, not just the extra three inches.
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What to check before choosing an ultrawide monitor
Check game support, pixel workload and the usable width of your desk.
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Arranging a second screen for gaming and chat
Keep the main game centred and make the second display easy to reach with your eyes.
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Checking a monitor arm and desk together
Check weight, mounting pattern, desk construction and movement before choosing an arm.
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Working out how much desk depth you need
Measure the space taken by the screen stand, controls and your normal sitting position.
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Adjusting a chair and desk for gaming
Adjust the chair, controls and screen as one arrangement, then allow room to change position.
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Reducing glare around a gaming display
Find the light source that creates the reflection before changing display settings.
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Routing cables without making maintenance harder
Keep connectors accessible and leave slack for screens, chairs and adjustable desks.
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Choosing a USB hub for gaming peripherals
Separate port count, data bandwidth and power before adding more connections.
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Organising charging for controllers and headsets
Give each device a compatible charging connection and a place to return after play.
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Desktop speakers in a shared gaming space
Arrange clear near-field sound without filling the whole room with game audio.
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Positioning a microphone for voice chat
A consistent position makes voice chat easier to balance than repeated gain changes.
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Improving a webcam picture with room lighting
Move and soften the light before replacing a webcam that struggles in a dark room.
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Separating microphone, game and chat audio
Trace each sound from its source to the stream and to your own headphones.
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Checking a capture-card signal path
Check source, passthrough display and recording computer as separate links.
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Fitting a gaming setup into a small room
Plan the walking route and chair movement before adding storage or a second screen.