Desktop Insert

Abstract

A desktop insert to be installed at an opening formed in a desktop and in which can be stored stationery supplies, electronic devices or hanging files so as to provide for a better use and organization of desktop space. The desktop insert includes a removable storage tray that is suspended below the desktop for receipt of the stationery supplies or electronic devices. Wire routing openings are provided through the desktop insert to enable an electronic device in the storage tray to be connected to a computer seated on the desktop or to a source of power. When the storage tray is removed, one or more hanging files can be suspended from the desktop insert so as to lie below the desktop for receipt of a corresponding number of paper files, or the like.

Description

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0001]1. Field of the Invention[0002]This invention relates to a desktop insert to be installed at a desktop and in which to store at an out-of-the-way location below the desktop stationery supplies and / or a variety of electronic devices to be charged or connected to a computer laying on the desktop. In the alternative, the desktop insert is adapted to receive one or more conventional hanging files as part of a hanging file storage system.[0003]2. Background Art[0004]With the advent of smaller portable and desktop computers, it is not uncommon to find such a computer sitting on a desktop alongside a variety of books, papers, pens, peripherals, electronic equipment, and the like. By way of example, in addition to the computer, a set of files, a cell phone, a digital player, a digital memory device, etc. may find their way onto the desktop. As a consequence of the foregoing, the desktop may become cluttered resulting in an inefficient use of desktop space. M...

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Benefits of technology

[0006]Briefly, and in general terms, a desktop insert is disclosed to be installed at a desktop and in which to store at a readily-accessible, out-of-the-way hidden location below the desktop stationery supplies, one or more hanging files or a variety of electronic devices to be charged or connected to a computer sitting on the desktop. By virtue of the foregoing, clutter can be better avoided to reduce wire runs and achieve an efficient use of desktop space and a neat and organized desktop appearance.

Problems solved by technology

As a consequence of the foregoing, the desktop may become cluttered resulting in an inefficient use of desktop space.

Therefore, it may be difficult to quickly and easily access particular files and work-related accessories when needed.

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