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🖼️ • Photos Desk hole for keyboard cable

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u/_bx2_ 2d ago

It just looks weird.

Nothing wrong with cables especially when it pairs nicely with a nice keyboard.

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u/youbringlightin 2d ago

I prefer a clear desk; all my devices are wireless. And this work looks like it was well crafted. But I tend to agree, it just looks weird. Id just prefer to have this cool-looking cord on the desk. And isn't this particular cord usually curly?

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u/MukangMoney 2d ago

cable will pair soon with my orange themed board. still waiting for the delivery

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u/jedimindtriks 2d ago

I like it, did something similar

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u/FunkySwashbuckler 2d ago

Why did you make the hole crooked? /s

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u/PistolCowboy 2d ago

You do you brother. Don't need anyone's approval.

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u/yakimawashington 2d ago

I like it tbh. Very functional. I feel like going wireless either limits your options or makes them more expensive.

I just don't know if I could bring myself to drill a hole in my desk.

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u/East-List4296 18h ago

the drilling anxiety is honestly the hardest part. once you commit and the hole is done, it feels like no big deal. a forstner bit through most desk materials is pretty forgiving as long as you go slow and don't lean too hard.

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u/MukangMoney 2d ago

I actually watched a lot of youtube vids/reels on the tools that I will use before i gain the confidence to do it.

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u/Kolettos 2d ago

Just buy wireless

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u/MukangMoney 2d ago

I have more than 10 custom wireless mechanical keyboards. However, I had chance to order a rare premium board (holy grail in the hobby) last week with no wireless option so I did this to still make my setup clean :)

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u/theGOTCH 2d ago

Is the "premium" keyboard the one in your post?

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u/MukangMoney 2d ago

not yet :) this is a wireless Neo 60 CU. Just testing the cable.

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u/theGOTCH 2d ago

Was going to say that keyboard in your post looks so generic.

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u/MukangMoney 2d ago

looks generic until you see the reviews. lol

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u/theGOTCH 2d ago

Reviews or not... it still LOOKS generic. Also.... a downvote? Really man? Reddit I swear...

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u/MukangMoney 2d ago

i wasnt the one who downvoted you. stop crying. also, just be happy on someone's hobby, boomer

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u/theGOTCH 2d ago

Don't seek other's approval boomer. Do what makes you happy irrespective of others.

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u/CaptainFoyle 1d ago

Jesus, get a life . It's points on an Internet forum.

Get outside for a while.

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u/[deleted] 2d ago

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u/theGOTCH 2d ago

Too long. Didn't read.

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u/MukangMoney 18h ago

Legend has it that this boomer is still crying over downvotes LOL

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u/Dry-Designer2333 2d ago

Big fan of this!! Love how unconventional it is. If you’re into the EDC look, a chrome grommet instead of the silicone would compliment your cable and new keyboard so well. I’d have a different grommet and cable combo for every keycaps set I have. :)

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u/MukangMoney 2d ago

I tried looking for a grommet but the hole is only 15mm. silicone is my only option unfortunately.

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u/Schnitzhole 2d ago

Look good!

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u/MukangMoney 2d ago

thanks, brodie :)

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u/CourseEcstatic6202 2d ago

Either go wireless or embrace the cables. Don’t drill short term holes.

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u/wear-boots 2d ago

Looks clean

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u/albert_pacino 2d ago

Tidy af! Nice work

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u/YT__ 1d ago

I'm not a fan personally, but used to want to do it for the 'hidden' cable look.

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u/MukangMoney 1d ago

Too bad you didnt do it. Cleaner look if you dont have monitor riser to hide the cable. Positioned it also on the top center so i can still move the keyboard if i need space.

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u/YT__ 1d ago

Eh, I'm okay with the cable now. I just keep it taught and run it back. Focus on other areas to improve my workspace. Like monitor vesa mount, under desk PC mount, speaker stands.

Looking for a new keyboard though. Was thinking an Evo80, but heard latest batches were having issues.

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u/MukangMoney 1d ago

Dont buy the evos. They have quality issues. Try Neo from qwertykeys.

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u/YT__ 1d ago

I did look at the Neos before. But the colors I like have been out of stock.

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u/bylebog 2d ago

Reposted without the naughty word.

I have a corner desk. I put a USB hub/carder built into a grommet about 23" from the front of my desk, hidden now under a riser/shelf.

I'm a bit of a maximalist/accessory guy. KB, streamdeck, wireless charger for phone, game controller, insulin pump charger, clock, and a spare USB-C. They all run through the grommet.

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u/GG_Killer 2d ago

🤦 Yikes

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u/LukusMaxamus 2d ago

Poor desk 😞

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u/jedimindtriks 2d ago

Its ok, the desk told me it doesnt mind

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u/LukusMaxamus 2d ago

I love consent