Re:I swapped my MacBook for an iPad+Linode
by rapind on Wednesday November 02, 2011 @01:54PM
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I love 3 monitor setups, with the big one in the middle and two cheap small ones on either side. All my input (editing, browsing, etc.) happens in the big fancy middle window. Test logs on the left, and server logs on the right.
The only time I use the side monitors for anything else is if I'm following along with a screencast.
Re:I swapped my MacBook for an iPad+Linode
by scottschulthess on Wednesday November 02, 2011 @12:49PM
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I get it: I used to use 3 monitors.
I just have found that if you want to read something, I prefer it to be on the center monitor anyways, so what's the point in having multiple monitors?
Plus, I prefer to work on my laptop screen, because it's more flexible - I can put my feet up, move around, change positions easier.
Just my own personal preference
It's great for keeping API docs open while I'm working without leaving my editor.
Having the center monitor on an arm just lets me adjust it's height when I move between leaning forward, slouching, or sitting straight, standing, etc.
A single monitor is limiting as it requires more context switches as I swap out windows in my viewing area. It's much nicer to just leave all the important windows open in a nice grid that spans multiple displays.