Find the reflection from your seat
Sit in the normal playing position and look at a dark screen or dark scene. Identify lamps, windows and bright objects reflected in the panel. Move the light or change its angle before increasing screen brightness to compete with it. A small lamp outside the direct reflection path can be more useful than a brighter light aimed toward the display.
Consider the desk's other tasks. Reading a notebook needs light on the page, while watching the screen may benefit from a different direction. An adjustable lamp can serve both if its joints remain stable and its controls are reachable. Check that the lamp head does not block the view or shine directly into your eyes from a neighboring position.
Glossy surfaces near the monitor can reflect light too. A pale desk, glass accessory or glossy speaker may send a bright patch toward the screen or your eyes. Test the complete arrangement rather than only the lamp's position in isolation. Room lighting changes through the day, so include the time when you usually play.
Keep the controls and cables unobtrusive
Place the switch where you can reach it without leaning across the keyboard or moving the monitor. If the light uses a remote or application, check whether a simple local control is also available when the phone is elsewhere. Avoid a setup that requires a bright screen interaction merely to dim the room before a game.
Route the power lead away from chair wheels and moving monitor arms. Use the light's specified supply and mounting method, keeping heat and ventilation guidance in mind. Adhesive strips or clamps should suit the surface they attach to. Do not hide a power adapter where it cannot be inspected or where it is pressed against other equipment.
After positioning, play a familiar bright and dark scene and read ordinary text. Adjust the room light and display independently so you can tell which change helped. Decorative lighting is optional; prioritize a view without distracting reflections and a desk that remains usable when the game is closed. Save a simple arrangement you can reproduce rather than continually rearranging every light.
