Protect Yourself While Gaming - Tips to Avoid Eye strain and Proper Sitting Tips While Playing Games (Continued)
Another factor is eye strain. Extended computer use can cause: blurred vision, focusing difficulties, as well as headaches.
Reduce risk by ensuring that:
. The light source is angled from the side. The primary light source must not shine on the face or directly on the screen. Lighting should have a 10:3 ratio screen characters should be 10X brighter than background and room lights should be 3X the screen brightness. Use a shaded copy lamp to avoid screen reflections.
. Reflections and glare are eliminated by using an antiglare screen and by tilting the monitor slightly.
. The monitor must be centered so that neither the body nor neck is twisted when viewing the screen.
. The screen is of good quality. The text should be sharp and nor distorted. Change the resolution to a comfortable font size.
. The monitor is a suitable distance away.
. The screen is at eye level or lower.
. Brightness and contrast are reduced to suitable levels.
It is important to:
. Break concentration by looking away from the monitor at far away objects at least once every 15-20 minutes.
. Pause in between to blink your eyes rapidly. This will lubricate the eyes and prevent dryness.
. Schedule regular eye checks.
. Monitor blurred vision, headaches, red eyes, or watering eyes.
. Splash water and wash your eyes at least 3-4 times a day.
Tips:
. It is advisable to take frequent breaks, either do stretches or take a short walk once every hour for 10-15 minutes.
. Use a well ventilated room.
. Reduce emission in laser printers, photocopiers, and scanners. Problems can be eliminated and the risk reduced by inculcating good posture and working habits.
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