Free ergonomics tool

Standing desk height calculator

Enter your body height and get recommended seated and standing desk heights, seat height and monitor position — the same starting points ergonomists use, in seconds. Adjust for your exact proportions after: these are starting values, not gospel.

Your body height

Centimetres, e.g. 175

Ergonomics rule of thumb

Desk heights are for the table surface, measured from the floor. Elbows at ~90°, forearms parallel to the floor, monitor top at or slightly below eye level.

Your ergonomic starting points

Seated desk height: 74cm; sitting, feet flat
Standing desk height: 105cm; standing, knees soft
Chair seat height: 44cm; thighs parallel to floor
Monitor top (eye level): 152cm; screen top ≈ this height

How to apply this to a standing desk

01 Set the desk so the keyboard surface sits at your seated desk height — that's where your forearms rest parallel.
02 When standing, raise the desk so your wrists stay at the same height — the standing figure is a close starting point.
03 If the desk has a memory keypad, save both heights and alternate every 30–60 minutes.

Medical disclaimer: this calculator provides general ergonomics starting points, not medical advice. If you have existing back, neck or joint issues, consult a physiotherapist or ergonomics professional for recommendations tailored to your body and setup.