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Chances are good that you’ve amassed a large collection of electronics and tech devices over the years. Everything from early 2000-era CDs to iPad chargers. Save for shoving these items in a drawer or cabinet, it can be tricky to know what to do with them.
However, with some realistic planning and a few hours of your time, you can save your home from drowning in tech clutter and make using your devices easier and more efficient. Here are my top tech organization tips and strategies for decluttering, organizing, and storing your electronics and tech devices.
Pare Down Your Stuff.
As with all successful home organizing projects, start by decluttering. Go through your desk drawers, entertainment center, and storage cabinets to gather all your electronics and tech devices, including cords and accessories.
Start by eliminating anything damaged or broken first, then get rid of the old versions of your current devices, like your old Bluetooth keyboard or iPhone 4. Do the same with other outdated electronics, like your kid’s chunky first iPod or that sprawling collection of VHS tapes.
Next, get rid of anything you don’t enjoy or use regularly, whether it’s an untouched e-reader or a pile of empty flash drives. It’s also helpful to purge single-use devices—llike a digital camera or MP3 player—if your newer phone or tablet has those same functions.
Create a Plan For Disposing of Your Electronics.
Tossing electronics in the garbage can be very dangerous, and stashing them at the back of your closet only creates more clutter. Therefore, it’s important to have a plan to safely and swiftly dispose of your unused tech stuff.
If you want to do good with them, check this article that offers ideas and information about charities and organizations that provide phones to members of the military or abused women.
Another good option is to search for electronics recycling locations near you. According to its website, Best Buy will take all your used tech, no matter where you bought it, how old it is, or who made it.
One note: Some old tech, especially gaming consoles and games, may have more value than you think. GameStop, for example, will take older consoles – PS2, Xbox 360, and even some of the ‘vintage systems’ like the Sega Genesis or Nintendo 64, in trade even if they are not in perfect condition.
Pick One Central Storage Location.
Designate a primary storage spot for your devices and their corresponding chargers and cords. This could be a closet shelf, cabinet, or desk drawer. When choosing the location, prioritize convenience and accessibility as much as possible.
There should be a finite amount of space devoted to this type of storage so that you can limit the amount of unused or old equipment that may quickly build up again otherwise. A gadget organizer can be very helpful, and a stylish way to keep the tech you use most often close at hand.
Organize By Device or Type of Use.
Sort your electronics by category, like everyday necessities, computer equipment, household technology, travel devices, backup materials, or miscellaneous items.
Next, match each device with its corresponding charger, cord, or accessory, this will help prevent clutter and ensure you always have the necessary equipment for your devices on hand and that keeping them ‘juiced’ is an easy and efficient process.
From there, the next step in organizing your tech should be to sort each category of stuff into its own container, and make sure to label each one. To keep things hyper-organized, put smaller items—llike earbuds, flash drives, or outlet adapters—iinto cloth drawstring bags with labels.
As for cords, there are plenty of clever tools to help keep them neat, but simple household items do the trick too. Even using something simple, like a twist-tie, can help keep them from getting tangled or damaged.
Prioritize Tech Safety and Efficiency.
Storing your electronics the right way will help maximize their useful life, and given that many of the are not cheap to buy, that can only be a good thing. Your devices need to be stored in a dry environment, out of direct sunlight, and away from excessive heat.
It’s also a good idea to remove potentially hazardous items like batteries and ink cartridges from their devices if they are not being used. These parts can be a fire hazard or cause spillage and permanent damage if they’re stored at the wrong temperature. But then again, if they are not being used often, do you really need them at all?
Set Up Tech Charging Stations.
There are certain gadgets you’ll reach for once a month and others you might use throughout the day, like your tablet or phone. For everyday necessities like these, when organizing your tech, try setting up a couple designated charging stations around your house, so you don’t have to drag your cords and chargers with you from room to room. This will make your life a LOT easier.
You can use a stylish charging dock or wall-mounted phone holder, or opt for a simple tray on your countertop or desktop to corral and charge your devices. This storage strategy will help keep your devices protected and make it easier to find what you’re looking for.
Keep an Inventory List.
After you’ve finished organizing your tech, I advise creating an inventory list of all your equipment and various gadgets. Use the same categories you used when organizing, and make sure to include important details if you can, like the model number, serial number, or date of purchase, as should something go wrong, these details are usually required to get tech support or claim a replacement.
This list should be updated on an annual basis and can prove valuable from an insurance perspective too, should the need arise.
Have Everyone Go Through the Tech Organization Process
Tech organization is a process that everyone in your house should go through, even (or maybe especially) the kids. If your home is full of video games, I’ve written about organizing those before here.
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