monitor positioning

[/ˈmɒnɪtər pəˈzɪʃənɪŋ/]
nounpl: monitor positionings
posicionamento do monitor
1. The arrangement or placement of a computer monitor or display screen in relation to the user's workspace, desk, and line of sight
Proper monitor positioning can reduce neck strain and improve productivity during long work sessions.
O posicionamento adequado do monitor pode reduzir a tensão no pescoço e melhorar a produtividade durante longas sessões de trabalho.
2. The practice of adjusting a monitor's height, distance, angle, and orientation for ergonomic purposes
Monitor positioning is a crucial aspect of workplace ergonomics that many employees overlook.
O posicionamento do monitor é um aspecto crucial da ergonomia no local de trabalho que muitos funcionários negligenciam.
3. In medical or surveillance contexts, the strategic placement of monitoring equipment or devices
Monitor positioning in the operating room ensures all medical staff can clearly see vital signs.
O posicionamento do monitor na sala de cirurgia garante que toda a equipe médica possa visualizar claramente os sinais vitais.
Monitor positioning has become increasingly important in both Brazilian and American workplace culture due to rising awareness of occupational health and ergonomic standards. In Brazil, companies are increasingly implementing ergonomic guidelines following labor regulations, while in the USA, OSHA guidelines emphasize proper monitor positioning to prevent repetitive strain injuries. Remote work has made this topic even more relevant across both cultures.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
display placementscreen positioningmonitor arrangementscreen alignmentdisplay orientation
Antonyms / Antônimos
monitor misalignmentimproper positioning

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
posicionamento do monitor
Standard term used in ergonomics and IT contexts across Brazil
São Paulo
posicionamento do monitor / ajuste de tela
Business and corporate usage, sometimes referred to as 'ajuste de tela'
Rio de Janeiro
posicionamento do monitor
Standard usage in workplace settings
Portugal
posicionamento do ecrã / colocação do monitor
Uses 'ecrã' instead of 'monitor' in some contexts; both terms are acceptable

Related Words

ergonomicsworkspace setupdesk arrangementmonitor heightdisplay distancescreen angleposture correction

Related Idioms & Phrases

at arm's length - referring to optimal monitor positioning distance
eye level - describing proper vertical monitor positioning
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