How do I choose an ergonomic keyboard?

The most useful ergonomic keyboard is the one that makes your wrists stop fighting the desk. OSHA’s workstation guidance says the keyboard should help maintain a neutral wrist posture, and split designs can make that easier because they reduce the amount of wrist bend and awkward reach.

That means you should buy for posture before you buy for style. If you type all day, look for a keyboard that sits flat or slightly negative-tilt, gives your hands room to stay close to your body, and does not force you to shrug your shoulders. If you use a mouse a lot, a compact board without a huge number pad can give your right hand more space.

If you want to shop now, start with a good ergonomic keyboard and then compare it against your desk height, chair height, and mouse placement. The sibling pages on monitor stands, standing desks, and comfortable office chairs are the other half of the fix.

If a keyboard feels fancy but still leaves your wrists bent, it is the wrong keyboard.