
Cable Management: Clean Desk in 30 Minutes
Gather Supplies
Cable ties (velcro), a cable tray or sleeve, adhesive clips, and a long-cord power strip. Under $30 total.
Step 1: Unplug Everything
Start fresh. Label each cable with masking tape.
Step 2: Mount the Power Strip
Attach under your desk. Route its cord through a single cable channel to the wall.
Step 3: Route and Bundle
Run cables to the power strip. Bundle parallel cables every 12 inches with velcro ties.
Step 4: Anchor Loose Ends
Stick adhesive clips to desk underside to hold cables in place.
Maintenance
Quick cable check monthly. Label everything so future-you knows what each cable does.