Adding a Screen to the Center Panel of My Desk | Building a New Custom Dashboard

🖥️Adding a screen to the center panel of the desk creates a new custom dashboard.

🔌Running out of USB ports on the desk requires finding a solution to accommodate new devices.

💻Choosing the right screen for the dashboard is essential, considering factors such as size, connectivity options, and touch input.

🛠️Installing the screen involves dealing with ribbon cable issues and ensuring a flush mount with the panel.

🎨Designing a new UI for the dashboard is an exciting opportunity to create custom virtual buttons and knobs.

What challenges did you face when adding the screen to the center panel of the desk?

—I faced challenges such as finding the right screen, dealing with ribbon cable issues, and running out of USB ports.

How did you install the screen to ensure a flush mount with the panel?

—I had to make minor tweaks and laser cut a wider edge to accommodate the ribbon cable, ensuring a flush mount.

What factors did you consider when choosing the screen for the dashboard?

—I considered factors such as size, connectivity options, touch input, and color accuracy when choosing the screen.

What are you planning to do with the new dashboard and UI?

—I plan to design a new UI for the dashboard, incorporating virtual buttons and knobs to create a customized user experience.

How did you deal with the issue of running out of USB ports on the desk?

—I received a USB hub from a company called Minispu, which allowed me to add more USB ports to accommodate my devices.

00:00Introduction to adding a screen to the center panel of the desk and creating a new custom dashboard.

03:00Discussing challenges faced, including finding the right screen and dealing with ribbon cable issues.

05:00Installing the screen and ensuring a flush mount with the panel.

07:00Choosing the screen for the dashboard based on factors like size, connectivity options, and touch input.

09:00Planning to design a new UI for the dashboard with virtual buttons and knobs for a customized user experience.