The results of setting up a multi-monitor setup for my work computer

I recently bought a new computer for my home, and I've always wanted to try out a multi-monitor setup.
Ultimately, I didn't go with a multi-monitor setup at home, but I tried it out on my work computer instead.
I'm planning to write an article about the benefits of making the change.

Why did I decide to use multiple monitors?

First of all, the reason for the silly reason is, just becauseBecause it's coolThat was the reason.
The idea is that having a secondary monitor that can be freely moved using a monitor arm, either above or next to the main monitor, makes you look like you're really skilled at using a computer.

For serious reasons,When playing games in full screen mode, I want to have a walkthrough or blog post open on my secondary monitor.That was my thought.
If you want to do something else while using software that runs in full screen, you have no choice but to do it on your smartphone.
However, there are some things you can't do on a smartphone, and above all, the screen is small.
For these reasons, I thought I might try using multiple monitors.

Reasons for quitting at home

However, in the end, I decided against setting up multiple monitors at home.
The biggest reason is that a large display was sufficient, so I didn't need a multi-monitor setup.

When I bought a new computer this time, I also replaced the monitor with a new one.
At that time, I chose a larger size than the one I had been using before.
I thought it might be a little too big, but in the end, you can adjust the size by reducing the application window size.
Even without using multiple monitors, if the screen itself is large enough, halving the windows and placing them side-by-side doesn't make them feel particularly small.

Furthermore, upon further reflection, I realize I rarely use games or software that require full-screen operation.
I was thinking about trying out those kinds of games in the future, but I've decided that I'll deal with it when the time comes, and for now, I'm fine without them.

Reasons why I decided to try it at work

However, I had a strong desire to try out a multi-monitor setup, which I thought looked really cool, so I couldn't give up on the idea.
After thinking about it, I decided to try it on my work computer.

The laptop provided at work is a low-performance model, even though I don't take it out of the office anyway.
At work, I often need to create documents while looking at PDFs and Excel spreadsheets, but the screen is far too small.
I'd always found it inconvenient, so the plan to set up a multi-monitor setup for my work PC seemed like a fantastic idea.

Which monitor did you choose?

When considering the layout and practicality of my desk at work, I decided that a vertically oriented additional monitor would be ideal.
Therefore, a device with a pivot function that allows you to rotate the screen vertically would be ideal.

However, even the cheapest models on Amazon with a pivot function and a decent screen cost around 25,000 yen, which felt a bit expensive.
After much consideration, I decided to purchase a monitor without a pivot function for 15,000 yen, along with a stand with a pivot function for about 5,000 yen.
Well, I probably didn't need to be so stingy with the 5,000 yen, but the individual stand was sturdy, so I wanted to use that as the stand.

The monitor's product name on Amazon is "ASUS Gaming Monitor 24-inch Full HD Display (1ms response time / HDMI, DVI, D-sub / Built-in speakers / VESA standard / 3-year warranty) VE248HR".
There were cheaper options available for around 10,000 yen, but I chose this one because I like ASUS.

The stand is the "AmazonBasics LCD Monitor Height Adjustable Stand," which is an original brand product of "AmazonBasics."
Anything that conforms to the VESA standard (the standard for the screw hole positions on the back of monitors) can be attached.
I wanted to use this stand because it seems well-made and sturdy.

Actual installation

The installation and assembly process itself was very easy.
The stand can be assembled easily with almost no difficulty.
The monitor also had rubber pads stuffed into the screw holes on the back, but I was able to remove them and attach it to the stand without any problems.

The stand that comes with the device for horizontal placement could be easily removed with a Phillips head screwdriver.
The image above shows the item after it has been removed.
By removing it, the monitor can be placed vertically without any protrusions, allowing for a neat and tidy setup as shown in the image below.

Regarding screen input/output, the plan was to output from the company's laptop via HDMI.
Surprisingly, although there was an HDMI port, it seemed unable to output, so I had no choice but to connect it using a D-Sub connector, and I was able to output successfully.
I went to the display settings screen and configured the display to extend the desktop, setting it to display in portrait orientation.

thoughts

As you can see, it has a huge visual impact.
However, it's not just for show; it's also highly practical.

This setting simply resulted in a larger screen because I enabled the extended desktop configuration.
Windows that are difficult to see on a small main monitor can be dragged to a larger secondary monitor, significantly improving their visibility.
You can also instantly move the active window to another monitor by pressing Shift + Windows key + left/right arrow keys.

A vertically oriented monitor is quite convenient when viewing documents that are stretched vertically, such as Word documents, PDFs, and web pages.
Furthermore, when writing documents while referring to materials, it's convenient to have them displayed on a large monitor, making it easier to refer to them.
Additionally, when showing documents to someone who comes to your desk, displaying them on a large monitor makes it easier for them to see.
It's certainly not a cheap investment, but I feel the benefits it provides are well worth it.

summary

While a multi-monitor setup costs around 20,000 yen, I feel the benefits are significant.
In my case, I found it more useful in my work than in my personal life.
If you're interested, I encourage you to give it a try.