Try a Computer “Desktop Zero” To Stay Focused on Your Work

Let's face it: some of us have messy desktops. If you can't focus, try a "Desktop Zero" approach to stay productive.

We covered how separate logins can keep you productive, but all those icons and windows distract our focus. James Zhang at Wistia gives two simple rules for Desktop Zero:

1. "Remove everything from your Desktop and Dock.


2. Only open applications that you'll use in the next 15 minutes."

Desktop Zero is like Inbox Zero: it keeps away the clutter. If you use a PC, a program like Fences can help you clear your desktop with a double-click (and then get those icons back later). Mac users can use this automator script. You don't have to keep your computer like this—just use it as a productivity booster when you need it.

Desktop Zero | Wistia

Photo by Jean-Baptiste LABRUNE .

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