5 habits to protect your eyes at screens

5 habits to protect your eyes at screens. Everyday screen comfort for desk life.

• 20-20-20 rule. Every 20 minutes look ~20 feet away for 20 seconds. Source: MedlinePlus (NIH) ↗
• Blink more. Screens reduce blinking and dry the eyes — blink on purpose. Source: MedlinePlus (NIH) ↗
• Match brightness. Set screen brightness close to the room around it. Source: MedlinePlus (NIH) ↗
• Arm's length. Keep the screen about an arm's length away, top at eye level. Source: MedlinePlus (NIH) ↗
• Cut glare. Position lighting to avoid reflections on the screen. Source: MedlinePlus (NIH) ↗

⚠️ General eye-comfort guidance — see an eye professional for persistent symptoms.

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Sources

• MedlinePlus (NIH)
• National Institute on Aging (NIH)

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