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[-Tracy-]

What do you put your laptop on? I've had mine for about 4 months now..LOVING it. I got myself a lap desk to use. It's kinda bean baggy on the bottom and then a wood desktop. Problem is it's getting hard on my knees. I was thinking about getting Tablemate, it's like a tv tray that has legs that slide under your chair or couch. My dining room chairs are really uncomfortable so I don't use it there.Any suggestions?

[LKappy]

I had to buy a desk... I got tired of trying to prop it on my legs... or use the arm of the couch, etc... they make a laptop table that is kinda like a tablemate if you want it to be portable (yeah, I know...the whole purpose right! lol)

[-Tracy-]

My pc is on my desk.   I got the laptop so I could stop fighting with them over the computer! LOL

[CatwoMN]

I have a lap desk like you describe only with a plastic top. I went and bought a bed tray to use when I don't want it ON my lap. Which I use depends on what I'm doing. I usually use the bed tray if I'm doing other things while I'm using the computer...like putting CDs into iTunes or doing homework where I need to reference a book or take notes. Homework is the whole reason I got the tray - I didn't want to set the computer on the bed while I looked at my notes. I don't often sit with my legs under the tray - if I'm on the bed, the cat tries to sneak under there first. Right now I'm sitting cross-legged on the bed with the tray in front of me. Not very good for my posture, but I was planning on a short visit...I swear. I mainly use my laptop in my bed (it's the warmest room in the house right now, so I'll probably be doing it this way until March.)

[MamaK321]

THIS is what I should put on my christmas wish list! I just sit on the couch and prop it on my legs, lol it's nice and warm. I have a craft table set up near my desk and the laptop sits there so I'm not far from everyhting else.

[-Tracy-]

I went and got one of those Table Mates today. Not sure how I'm liking it yet. Too early to tell.

[bumblebby]

I use my lap! When not in use, I put it on my coffee table in the rec room/family room.Good idea for an xmas gift, gonna drop the hints to dh.

[pjw]

Tracy, let me know how you like it when the verdict is in.I have a small desk in the den, then if I want to watch tv, too I'll prop it on my legs while streteched out on the sofa.  Nice and comfy

[lilkoala3]

Yeah, I use my lap too.

[TurtlePond]

Mine is actually used on my lap 90% of the time. I do have a docking station with a flat panel monitor when I need it, but I like the flexibility of using my lap.

[butterfly843]

I put it in my lap or I lay on the couch and put it on the couch in front of me.

[-Tracy-]

Ok, so all you lap users. Doesn't it get too hot for your legs? My manual said you shouldn't place it on anything but a hard surface so it had proper ventilation. Plus, I can't keep it in my lap to scrap. I have a small mouse I use when I'm scrapping.This little table seems to be working ok now. At least it gives my knees a rest.

[katarria]

Mine is actually on its last legs.  I use it on the coffee table while I'm on the couch.  To prevent it from overheating (which is one of its major problems) I let it sit on top of a cooling rack (meant for baking).  Since I never bake, I figured it was a good tool for using my laptop.  Best thing I ever thought of, let me tell you.Not sure what I'll do with the new laptop I'm hoping for this year...  good thread!

[NJTheresa]

we have a small desk in the kitchen that it stays on and can be plugged into that outlet.Otherwise I ususally use it at the kitchen table or on my lap on the couch in the liv rm

[koala1966]

My laptop is on my lap.  Hence it's name, laptop.  I put a blanket between the machine and my legs when it gets too hot.

[koala1966]

Oh, and I use a small mouse too.  I use it on the couch cushions.  Of course, I'm sure the way I sit/slouch is not ergonomically correct...

I have a table mate type of thing.  Works great!