Is it okay to use a laptop upside down?

Is it harmful for the laptop if I put it upside down?

Putting it that low might not hurt the laptop, but it’s likely to cause discomfort to your back, neck, or posture over time.

Rylan said:
Putting it that low might not hurt the laptop, but it’s likely to cause discomfort to your back, neck, or posture over time.

Surprisingly, this position doesn’t hurt my back, but the normal position does strain my neck. Not sure why!

@Pace
It’s possible your posture is already compromised, which might be why you don’t feel discomfort in that unusual position.

@Pace
You might not feel it now, but long-term posture issues can start to surface as you age, particularly by your mid-thirties.

Hutton said:
@Pace
You might not feel it now, but long-term posture issues can start to surface as you age, particularly by your mid-thirties.

I started having back pain at 35 from sitting too much. I fixed it with regular exercise like deadlifts and squats.

@Sage
Absolutely, strengthening your core and back muscles is crucial to combat back pain.

Ollie said:
@Sage
Absolutely, strengthening your core and back muscles is crucial to combat back pain.

Eventually, I switched to a more physical job and stopped the desk job, which also eliminated my back pain.

@Pace
Your muscles might be weakened to a point where the correct posture feels uncomfortable and strenuous.

@Pace
Eventually, you’ll need to address your posture and strengthen your muscles, or you’ll face more severe issues later.

It would be an interesting conversation starter if someone saw your setup!

Why would you want to do this?

Joss said:
Why would you want to do this?

This setup can be helpful for using pen-enabled laptops for drawing.

Joss said:
Why would you want to do this?

It could be used to free up some space.

Joss said:
Why would you want to do this?

One might think it improves airflow.

Taryn said:

Joss said:
Why would you want to do this?

One might think it improves airflow.

Airflow improvements would be minimal at best.

Dar said:

Taryn said:
Joss said:
Why would you want to do this?

One might think it improves airflow.

Airflow improvements would be minimal at best.

Actually, having the vents unobstructed might improve cooling slightly.

Taryn said:

Joss said:
Why would you want to do this?

One might think it improves airflow.

Damaging the laptop hinges for a minor airflow improvement is not worth it. A cooling pad would be a better solution.

@Bryn
Thanks, I’ve been trying to find out what those cooling devices were called!

Brooke said:
@Bryn
Thanks, I’ve been trying to find out what those cooling devices were called!

In my experience, cheaper cooling pads aren’t effective. A good stand might be a better investment.