handrest

Keyboard ergonomic accessory

A handrest is a support for the hand or wrist during fine work.

Artists use handrests to steady their brush hand while painting without smudging wet areas.

Pianists may use a handrest during practice.

The term also applies to any surface designed to support the hand, as on a desk or workstation.

ergonomics

mousepad

Smooth cursor-control surface

  • typingEntering text via keyboard
  • RSIChronic motion damage
  • strainExcessive stretching force

posture · workstation · desk · adjustable · padded · gel · foam · office · computer · repetitive

furniture

armchair

Upholstered seat with supports

  • sofaMulti-seat cushioned furniture
  • reclinerAdjustable-back armchair
  • chaiseExtended reclining seat

loveseat · ottoman · settee · upholstered · padded · cushioned · wooden · leather · fabric · adjustable

piano

keyboard

Array of input keys

practice · posture · elevation · support · playing · ivories · fingerwork · scales · etudes · conservatory

Opposites
body support vs. active tool

handrestkeyboard

Array of input keys

mouse · stylus · joystick · trackpad · work surface

body part supported

handrestfootrest

Support for seated legs

headrest · armrest · backrest · chinrest

Family

hand, rest, handle, hands, restful, handful, handled, rests, handles

Familiarity
Top 1,000,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G