5 desk upgrades under $50

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1. 1

   $ Budget

   Under-desk cable tray

   The 15-minute fix that hides every power brick. Screw-free clamp versions exist if you rent.

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2. 2

   VELCRO Brand · $ Budget

   Reusable cable ties

   The cheapest upgrade on this whole site. Buy the big pack, you'll use them everywhere.

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3. 3

   Govee · $ Budget

   Govee RGBIC Light Bars

   Two bars behind the monitor and the whole room changes mood. Syncs to music if you're into that.

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4. 4

   LEGO · $ Budget

   LEGO Icons Bonsai Tree

   A plant I can't kill. One relaxing evening to build, and it's the most-asked-about thing on my desk.

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5. 5

   $ Budget

   Wooden monitor riser with drawer

   Lifts the screen to eye level and hides chargers and cables in the drawer.

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