Why I Upgraded to an Ultrawide Monitor

Since I spend most of my waking hours staring at a computer, I recently pulled the trigger on an LG ultrawide monitor.

Normally, working on a single 13-inch laptop screen means constantly alt-tabbing between code, docs, and Slack. It violently disrupts my workflow.

Switching to an ultrawide changed that overnight. Now, I can snap multiple windows side by side and actually see everything I need at a glance. It sounds minor, but not having to hunt for the right tab every five minutes saves an enormous amount of mental energy.

It's also forced me into a better ergonomic setup. Expanding my workspace horizontally stopped me from hunching over a tiny laptop screen. Reclaiming my posture has been huge for my neck and shoulders.

I've been using this LG panel for a while now, and I can't imagine going back. The picture is crisp, and the sheer amount of screen real estate makes deep work much easier. If you work from home and haven't tried an ultrawide yet, I highly recommend making the switch.