Is this too high (10" in height) for placing a laptop on it and typing as one is lying on bed? I am a petite women (5' 1") with back problems. I am thinking of working on my laptop as I am lying on bed so that my back is not strained. Will this work for this purpose? Do you think the legs need to be shortened? or will it be OK the way it is? Please advise. Thanks in advance! Is this too high (10" in height) for placing a laptop on it and typing as one is lying on bed? I am a petite women (5' 1") with back problems. I am thinking of working on my laptop as... » Read More Is this too high (10" in height) for placing a laptop on it and typing as one is lying on bed? I am a petite women (5' 1") with back problems. I am thinking of working on my laptop as I am lying on bed so that my back is not strained. Will this work for this purpose? Do you think the legs need to be shortened? or will it be OK the way it is? Please advise. Thanks in advance! « Show Less
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I agree with what some others have said, that it's too tall and unstable for use when lying in bed. But keep in mind that you don't have to use the legs. My 83 yo mother and I use it with the legs folded under and the table on our laps. Works perfectly for her reading and typing for me. Of course, the table is sitting on our lap, but that hasn't been a problem for us. Also, if you purchase and would like the legs shortened, the table comes with instructions on how to measure and send it to the manufacturer for them to take care of it. I haven't tried that, but that might be a solution for you. In every other aspect, I am quite pleased with this table and highly recommend it for many uses. I agree with what some others have said, that it's too tall and unstable for use when lying in bed. But keep in mind that you don't have to use the legs. My 83 yo mother and I use it with the legs folded under and the table on our laps. Works perfectly for her reading and typing for me. Of course, the table is sitting on our lap, but that hasn't been a problem for us. Also, if you purchase and would like the legs shortened, the table comes with instructions on how to measure and send it to the manufacturer for them to take care of it. I haven't tried that, but that might be a solution for... » Read More I agree with what some others have said, that it's too tall and unstable for use when lying in bed. But keep in mind that you don't have to use the legs. My 83 yo mother and I use it with the legs folded under and the table on our laps. Works perfectly for her reading and typing for me. Of course, the table is sitting on our lap, but that hasn't been a problem for us. Also, if you purchase and would like the legs shortened, the table comes with instructions on how to measure and send it to the manufacturer for them to take care of it. I haven't tried that, but that might be a solution for you. In every other aspect, I am quite pleased with this table and highly recommend it for many uses. « Show Less
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I'm 5ft and it works fine with me if u prop urself up bunch of pillows. The table is built to last!
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I tried it with my lap top which is about 10" x 16". Seems a bit unstable, though it might work with a smaller L-top. Also, it might be awkward if you must lie flat.
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Hello Akasya. The table is excellent to support the laptop and keep it high level when you need to read something but I think is tall in case you need to type on it because you have to extend your arms for long time causing pain over your shoulder. I don't think it would be good for your back. I hope I could help you with my comments . Regards. Raquel Martínez -
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If you weren't set upright, this desk would be too tall. If you were comfortable reaching up to type, the adjustable easel could be used to place the laptop at an angle, but it may be awkward if you were lying flat on your back.
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I agree, a hard question! I gave one to my granddaughter when she began her first year of college and she is a very tall girl, but not "large". She loves it. I also gave one to a tall boy who is a senior in high school and he likes it. But I wouldn't call him a large adult. Both use it as a bed rest for reading in bed. I think it may not work as well for a large adult. You could try it out and return it if it seems "unfit." Amazon is very good about returns!
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You should [place the laptop on the top level of desk. I own a different configuration of these desks. I love my desk.
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Should work fine as long as you have your monitor at the right height or angle. I find it great for laptop or tablet use. May need a mouse pad depending on size of keyboard...some bumps on back half of top surface. The bumps keep things from sliding and also allow for ventilation on a laptop sitting on a rubber like surface.
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I would have to say no. I utilize it to keep my laptop on top up to a size 17" and it sits well. I do use a keyboard but it does not fit under it.
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I really can't use it for my laptop . It is too high and there is no height adjustment. I am very tall and it still is too high for me to use. If you can sit somewhere that it goes into the sides of the chair or couch cushion you are sitting on it will be lower and more stable. I don't have a chair like that The top does tilt but it still is not easy to use. The legs do not tighten and are very wobbly. I would advise not to buy it
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Hi Jackie, I comfortably put my iPad and my laptop on the table. If you mean the height of the legs...I find it makes a great workspace when sitting on my sofa and resting the table legs.
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I haven't found this to be the case. Some people may not be allowing their laptop to air while it's on their laps. They are covering up the sides with blankets or pillows prohibiting full vetalation. For any computer, overheating could be the case in this situation. I recommend this laptop if you are looking to buy it. It is the perfect size and functions really well. :)And like the guy said below, I have not found the Internet to have any issues. He very well could be having this problem but I haven't experienced this.
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When placed on a desk with the legs deployed in a 'Z' configuration it is quite solid unless one would lean heavily on it. I'm 5'4" and I could easily type on the laptop standing up by the desk. The stand could be raised quite a few inches higher for someone taller and still remain fairly solid. I've uploaded a photo showing my installation over my Logitech Momo sim racing wheel.
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I love the desk and how it looks. However, I'm 5'4" and there is only about 2" between my legs and the bottom of the desk. An office chair, that rolls, is out of the question. I'm using a low chair from an old dinette set. I've been trying to think of a way to raise the desk about 4" without it looking crappy. If the legs were longer the desk would be perfect. Very sturdy.
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Well it is supposed to be used as a lap stand, so I say if you were sitting in bed or on the couch, it shouldn't topple over. If you plan on leaving your laptop on it while you keep it on a table or the floor, and you are not near it, I would say a cat jumping on it would make it topple over. Hope that helps.
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The surface is like a honeycomb ... and my Lenovo sits on it just fine, even when I prop it up at a 45 degree angle. It also sits on my lap just fine, but I would not recommend doing that if you are wearing a skirt as the fabric will get in the way of the fan. Diddo for putting on a bed of other fabric covered area.
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I'm about 6' tall and I use the extender that came with it. The product website (http://fitdesk.net/fitdesk-2-0/) says it is suited for people 4' 10" to 6' and up with the extender. I find it comfortable to use while working on my laptop.
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Probably wouldn't balance very well on the lower legs, but it might slide in between them. I have a Toshiba 15.5" laptop that barely fits. But since it just sits there, I can live with it. Otherwise, it's a GREAT product. What you might do, is pick up a piece of plexi-glass, cut it to fit under there, and hot glue it in place. It's an ugly work-around, but it would most likely work. I'm just happy I was able to free up a ton of space on my desk, and raise the monitor up as well.
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Unfortunately, if you're shorter than, say, 5'4" it may be too high for you. I'm 5'9" and it is perfect, although care must be taken to avoid leaning back too far due to the three legged stance. I purchased this item to provide me a rest when standing in long lines and it's ideal for that.
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The thing to keep in mind with this is that it is a kind of firm foam rubber, not hard plastic. I have never done it but I suppose it could fit on your stomach while you were reclining. The challenge you'll face with doing so is that because the wide flat center portion is not completely stiff, the weight of the laptop will likely push the 'bumps' down so the Cool Lift as a whole conforms to your tummy. Resulting in likely not really having 4 point support (two Tall and two small Bumps); but more like 3 point support (2 tall bumps and the dome of the center molded over your belly.... If that makes sense... The thing to keep in mind with this is that it is a kind of firm foam rubber, not hard plastic. I have never done it but I suppose it could fit on your stomach while you were reclining. The challenge you'll face with doing so is that because the wide flat center portion is not completely stiff, the weight of the laptop will likely push the 'bumps' down so the Cool Lift as a whole conforms to your tummy. Resulting in likely not really having 4 point support (two Tall and two small Bumps); but more like 3 point support (2 tall bumps and the dome of the center molded over your belly.... If... » Read More The thing to keep in mind with this is that it is a kind of firm foam rubber, not hard plastic. I have never done it but I suppose it could fit on your stomach while you were reclining. The challenge you'll face with doing so is that because the wide flat center portion is not completely stiff, the weight of the laptop will likely push the 'bumps' down so the Cool Lift as a whole conforms to your tummy. Resulting in likely not really having 4 point support (two Tall and two small Bumps); but more like 3 point support (2 tall bumps and the dome of the center molded over your belly.... If that makes sense... « Show Less
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Hi, My HP dv8 is a little heavy for this stand. My dimensions are 17.16" x 11.26", so the laptop fits on the stand, but at 8.95 lbs it's kind of unstable depending on the height the legs are extended to. The higher the stand, the more wobbly it seems to get, which could be annoying for typing. Also, depending on the surface that I'm placing the stand on, the weight of the laptop, or book, etc. will have an influence on the effectiveness of the stand. If the stand is on a hard flat surface, e.g. desk or table, you can put quite a bit of weight on the stand, but if you are on a sofa, bed, or comfy chair, the weight of the object definitely has an effect on stability. Hi, My HP dv8 is a little heavy for this stand. My dimensions are 17.16" x 11.26", so the laptop fits on the stand, but at 8.95 lbs it's kind of unstable depending on the height the legs are extended to. The higher the stand, the more wobbly it seems to get, which could be annoying for typing. Also, depending on the surface that I'm placing the stand on, the weight of the laptop, or book, etc. will have an influence on the effectiveness of the stand. If the stand is on a hard flat surface, e.g. desk or table, you can put quite a bit of weight on the stand, but if you are on a... » Read More Hi, My HP dv8 is a little heavy for this stand. My dimensions are 17.16" x 11.26", so the laptop fits on the stand, but at 8.95 lbs it's kind of unstable depending on the height the legs are extended to. The higher the stand, the more wobbly it seems to get, which could be annoying for typing. Also, depending on the surface that I'm placing the stand on, the weight of the laptop, or book, etc. will have an influence on the effectiveness of the stand. If the stand is on a hard flat surface, e.g. desk or table, you can put quite a bit of weight on the stand, but if you are on a sofa, bed, or comfy chair, the weight of the object definitely has an effect on stability. « Show Less