How far should you sit from a 32-inch monitor? Eye distance guide
By TechCompare · Updated · How we check
Plan for your eyes to sit 35 inches (88 cm) to 43 inches (109 cm) from a 32-inch monitor, and measure your own eye distance.
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A 32-inch monitor asks for more room than a 27. Your eyes need to sit farther from it, so check the distance from your chair before you commit.
How this is calculated
On this screen the band is 35 inches (88 cm) to 43 inches (109 cm). The near end fills 44 degrees of your view, and the far end fills 36.
Verdict
At 30 inches (76 cm) from the screen, a 32-inch monitor fills 50 degrees of your view, more than the 44 degree target. To get back inside the band, sit farther from the screen or pick a smaller one. Measure from your eyes to the front of the screen, not just the depth of the desk.
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