Tidy your tech: Best cable organization and cord management options

Everyone seems to own laptops, smartphones, desktop computers, Internet of Things devices and so much more. It’s great to be connected, but what isn’t great is all those tangled cords.

Thankfully, there are tons of organizing tools to choose from. Whether you want to hide those cables swinging from your TV or move the wires out of your way on your computer desk, we’ve got the right organizers for you.

Not sure which brands to go with? Look no further. Here are some amazing cable organization and management options to choose from.

1. Wiremold floor cord-management kit

Wiremold floor cord management kit
Wiremold floor cord management kit via Amazon.com

When you have wiring that crosses the floor, it can pose a tripping hazard. At home, a child, pet or even another adult can accidentally step across your cords, ripping them from your devices and potentially causing a costly accident. Don’t wait — get your floor cord-management kit today.

Promising review: “We have a spin bike in our home gym, and there is a small cord that runs from a plug on the wall to the bike — a real tripping hazard. This hides the cord nicely, and, being stuck down, it keeps us from tripping.”

2. Monoprice under-desk cable tray

Monoprice under desk cable tray
Monoprice under-desk cable tray via Amazon.com

This under-the-desk cable tray is designed for tables, desks without storage compartments and even bookcases. Its minimalist look is perfect for any desk type, and it can store power strips, surge protectors or power adapters.

Promising review: “These are perfect. Easy to install on an inexpensive Ikea desk. … The tray width is wide so my multi-outlet surge protector, laptop power cord and electric pencil sharpener cord all fit easily. I’ve sent this out to my family members and now they’re also buying them.”

3. VELCRO ONE-WRAP cable ties

VELCRO brand ONE-WRAP cable ties
VELCRO-brand ONE-WRAP cable ties via Amazon.com

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