Tip: Organize your cables

That rat's nest of cords behind your desk is not only ugly, but it can make swapping out your accessories and even charging your iPod a real pain.

That's why this incredibly simple and inexpensive trick, found on Boing Boing, is so brilliant.

Binder clips stuck on the edge of your desk will keep everything neat and tidy, and could even be labelled so you remember which USB cord is which!

Read more tips from "Make life easier" March (and please share your own tips in the comments, too!)

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