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NoSuperhero

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How many screens you running? An add on.

What's up gang? I've been thinking about getting another screen for work and was thinking first I want to hear what are the absolute pros and cons of having extra screens for work, especially when we're speaking of 2+ screens running at a time.


I was following up on the post that @HarryCaray made a few months ago (link at bottom of post) and saw that the majority at the time have just the laptop and an additional screen. Does it matter what screen I get?


Also saw this awesome screen, the Xebec https://www.thexebec.com/, and it looks pretty fucking awesome, wondering if anyone has one or anything similar to it and if they give any feedback on it.


Here's the link y'all:

https://bravado.co/war-room/posts/how-many-screens-you-running

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CuriousFox
WR Officer
5
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I have one. My laptop.
paddy
WR Officer
5
Director of Business Development
12. I have one in each of my intern cabinets
NoSuperhero
Politicker
0
BDR LEAD
Hilarious hahaha
goose
Politicker
4
Sales Executive
This tri screen looks ok if you don't mind annoying the people next to you at the starbucks.  For 499 us it looks like you can get 2 24" monitors for your home office.

Personally I prefer two full screens for "work" and one screen to keep an eye on the slack chatter.  When I want to work outside I choose the laptop only but it's pretty small.
NoSuperhero
Politicker
1
BDR LEAD
I only work from home, never at a coffee shop. I tried working from a mall once and it's just too distracting.

Keeping an eye on slack is so important! I miss so many meetings because I simply just power through calls and forget to pay attention to the comm channels from time to time.

What size of the screen do you like to work with? I've been working on a 15" laptop for like 3 or 4 years now and I feel anything bigger than that it's an upgrade haaha
UrAssIsSaaS
Arsonist
3
SaaS Eater
I have my laptop and 1 32" curved monitor that I love. Im weird and hate seems between my screens so I went with 1 larger screen so everything is in one place and its nice and fluid. 

As per your question if screen matters, thats all personal preference. If you are particular and want really high quality image and refresh rates, spend on a nicer monitor. If not then just drop $200 on a 24" you can get from best buy and youll be happy. 
NoSuperhero
Politicker
1
BDR LEAD
Thanks for the input! Imma have to sit down and check some the lower end ones at first i don't fully jump in with technology that easy.
Kinonez
Celebrated Contributor
2
War Room Enthusiast
To be honest it’s a massive change going from 1 screen to 2, and it’s not for everyone. I tried it and failed. So my best advice is try someone else’s setup before you buy a monitor that you’ll hate or never use.
NoSuperhero
Politicker
1
BDR LEAD
Good advice my frond! I've worked with two monitors before back in graphic design school and it helped a bunch with photoshop and other design programs running. so maybe?
Kinonez
Celebrated Contributor
0
War Room Enthusiast
If you are used to it and miss it go for it!!
jefe
Arsonist
2
🍁
I run my laptop and a a 27" widescreen. The additional screen is invaluable, especially for demos.

If I had more space at my place, like a dedicated office, then I'd totally have 2 27" and my laptop.

Although that tri thing looks cool for travel, or if you work out of the home but not in the office a lot.
whathaveyousoldtomorrow
Opinionated
2
sales
TWO + Laptop - biggest curved monitor your cost center will approve. You orgs admin will prob hook you up. 
whathaveyousoldtomorrow
Opinionated
2
sales
If you're interested: 
Left - 34" curved - SFDC/internet/email 
Center - laptop - zooms/other reference when I need two things 
Right - 24" teams all the time
Wireless logitec K350 
NoSuperhero
Politicker
0
BDR LEAD
Those curved monitors are expensive tho, worth the try! I need to have something extra going TBH.

My screen game is not strong
NoSuperhero
Politicker
0
BDR LEAD
Love the keyboard by the way, on the verge of buying it too but my priority at the moment is getting a second or third screen going 
RealPatrickBateman
Politicker
2
🔪Amateur Butcher🔪
PS. I will never go back to ONLY 1 monitor. I need three screens minimum for optimal work performance. 
NoSuperhero
Politicker
0
BDR LEAD
Interesting, what advantage do you have over having just 2 screens? I'm thinking of buying just one screen but then I saw that application that's on the link and felt that's the move to make with a laptop
RealPatrickBateman
Politicker
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🔪Amateur Butcher🔪
I have 3 screens: 1 laptop in the middle with two monitors attached for 2 additional screens. 

Screen 1: CRM
Screen 2: Calendar & communications
Screen 3: Browser or Spreadsheet (maybe even a sporting event if golf or F1 is on while I'm working.)

My advantage is my workflow and efficiency of what I can do in a condensed period of time. I am able to get more done in a focused 5 hour day than most in an 8-10 hour day, in part thanks to multiple screens. 
NoSuperhero
Politicker
0
BDR LEAD
Noice!
GDO
Politicker
2
BDM
i abolutely love my 3 screen setup.
FamilyTruckster
Politicker
1
Exec Director, Major Accounts
Laptop in the middle, two 22” flanking. Left houses email, middle current tasks, and right has the browser. 

right one is also my video presentation monitor. I never have anything over there that is questionable. Safeguard. 
Mobi85
Politicker
1
Regional Sales Manager
I have 3 - 22" screens.  1 screen is email/CRM/ringcentral and other stuff on chrome.  1 screen is designated for processing orders and 1 screen is for my open orders portal to keep an eye on that and make sure items are shipping on time.  
RealPatrickBateman
Politicker
1
🔪Amateur Butcher🔪
If you're only WFH, then for $500 PASS. 

This is what you need. 
Dual Arm Mount:  https://amzn.to/3Ak2a3q
Monitors:  https://amzn.to/3hI7CWI

Grand Total: $489 Shipped


Below $500 and way better quality. Let me know what you think. 
LordBusiness
Politicker
1
Chief Revenue Officer
2, but one of them is a 56” curved Samsung
NoSuperhero
Politicker
0
BDR LEAD
56 inches!?!?!? why so biig?

That's what she said...
WomenWantMeFishFearMe
Politicker
1
AM
4. Not even joking. Music and social media on left most #1. Day trading on #2. Tasks I’m working on on #3 which is the center most. Emails and slack on #4.
NoSuperhero
Politicker
0
BDR LEAD
Sound legit girl!!
Beans
Big Shot
1
Enterprise Account Executive
Laptop and 24inch for the spreadsheet life.

When I work from the cottage I have a portable HP 1080p tablet I sync up for a quick dual screen, super handy.
BillyHoyle
Tycoon
1
Senior Account Executive
5! Two separate devices and three external monitors! Two of them usually have golf or baseball on them though lol
cw95
Politicker
1
Sales Development Lead
Do people in sales need more than two? I have the laptop and the monitor but the laptop just sits playing music with the occasional spreadsheet which i always forget about. 
RoiPurdy
Opinionated
1
Business Development Manager
3 Screen Shawty
NoSuperhero
Politicker
0
BDR LEAD
Would you go down to 2?

anarchicsun
Opinionated
1
AM
two at home, three in the office; two monitors and the laptop screen for slack 
MaximumRaizer
Politicker
1
Sales Manager
 I have one in each of my intern cabinets
Blackwargreymon
Politicker
1
MDR
Personally I prefer two full screens for "work" and one screen to keep an eye on the slack chatter.  When I want to work outside I choose the laptop only but it's pretty small.
Clashingsoulsspell
Politicker
1
ISR
This tri screen looks ok if you don't mind annoying the people next to you at the starbucks.  For 499 us it looks like you can get 2 24" monitors for your home office.
Mr.Pickles
Arsonist
0
Sr. Customer Success Manager
three - main 2 screens for company-related - the other for youtube and bravado starting today
AIDA
Executive
0
Business Development Manager
One 24" monitor and my laptop screen that I dock to it. 

MR.StretchISR
Politicker
0
ISR
I have one. My laptop.

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