13 Cable Management Ideas to Declutter Your Desk Space

Our editorial director Megan uses these in her home and is thrilled with how much more streamlined her mounted TVs look. They’re super simple to install—you just nestle the cords inside, snap the two pieces together, and stick the strip to your wall using the adhesive provided. They blend in well with the wall and look so much neater than letting cords dangle from the TV. The other highlight of this brand is that it offers a ton of customization options for length, cord width, and even color. Plus, they’re incredibly affordable. She used this smaller pack but would purchase this larger kit if she needed to cover more surface area.

Another pick from our editorial director, these genius cable management book boxes are a chic way to camouflage and organize extension cords. She has two in her new apartment and it’s the simplest, yet most effective purchase she’s made so far. They come in several different “book” finishes and a variety of sizes, and they can easily be blended into bookcases, nightstands, or any corner when mixed with other decor. These are on the pricier side, but worth the splurge for high traffic areas where you can’t otherwise easily hide cords.

Another editor-reviewed trick? Using these handy Command clips as cable management solutions. We turn to these when our outlets don’t have our best interest at heart and we have to deal with a length of visible cord. You can install them along the bottom edges of the wall, so the cords aren’t just loosely hanging around and getting in the way. It’s not a perfect solution, since you’ll still see the cables, but it does cut down on potential tripping hazards and looks cleaner. Bonus: You can also use these to make hanging holiday lights easier!

Cable sleeves wrap around your cords, keeping everything bunched together in one neat, tightly contained package. This highly rated Amazon find is insulated and made from metal wire so you don’t have to worry about pets chewing through your cords.

Sometimes the right cord management solution is the simplest, like this affordable set of reusable cable ties that you can use for plenty of different cable needs. They’re ideal to keep your wires neat while traveling, take up nearly no storage space, and can wrap around everything from plants to umbrellas to—of course—cables and more.

If several of your corded devices are plugged into one power strip, a cable management box will make a world of difference for a more sleek, tidy look. Available in two colors and two sizes, this option boasts a 4.6-star rating on Amazon, with high praise for its simple, effective cable management design.

Why choose just one type of cord management when you can have them all? Complete with sleeves, ties, clips, and mounts, this comprehensive kit can handle your organizational needs now and in the future.

These smart cord management clips attach to your desk or wall via an adhesive back and hold your charging wires in place with magnetic closures. One reviewer writes, “Whether you need to manage cords at home, in the office, or even in your car, this product provides a simple yet elegant solution that looks great and works flawlessly.”

When you need to restore order to your workspace, under-desk cable management keeps your plugged-in items organized and the cords out of sight. This Amazon pick is available in a two-pack and a three-pack, and we love that it comes with simple cord management clips and reusable ties, too.

Standing desks are great for your posture, but the elevated desktop also makes cords much more visible. This standing desk cable management tray hides your various wires, clamps into place, and won’t damage your furniture.

Yamazaki products effortlessly combine form and function, like this sleek cable management box that looks chic and offers plenty of room for hiding wires. At 14.5 inches tall, it easily slides under a desk or table, and casters make it easy to move the entire unit from one place to another.

Available in either black or white, this cable management tray secures to your desk via heat-resistant adhesive, while the textured PVC adds subtle style. One 5-star review reads, “After struggling with tangled cables and clutter under my desk for months, I decided to give this product a try—and it’s been a total game-changer!” We’re big fans of this one for how easy it is to hide and install.