Best filing products according to redditors
We found 476 Reddit comments discussing the best filing products. We ranked the 269 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
We found 476 Reddit comments discussing the best filing products. We ranked the 269 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
Woah, hey! I'm always happy to talk about my PHB tabs :) Here's a quick breakdown behind my mentality of it and then my execution and some cons of tabbing:
Why?
From a new player's perspective (or someone who likes to loan their PHB to those who are new), the PHB can be pretty daunting to pick up and use as a tool at the table. The sections are huge, and the only way to tell that you're in one section versus another is some very light text on the bottom page corners with some (lacking) color-coding that doesn't correlate to the Contents page -- and the sub-sections aren't given any different kind of treatment so it all kinda blends together. I don't expect most people to read it front-to-back either, so needing to reference something quickly can be difficult if you don't have the muscle-memory down.
Additionally, there are quite a few pieces of information I need to look up with some regularity that aren't part of the Contents and aren't indexed well, so I needed a way to pick them out specifically and quickly with some kind of tactile solution.
How?
So I decided to just tab all of the subsections, then the smaller topics -- the sections themselves are already too large to bother putting an extra tab in for, and I can just use the color-coding in the bottom corner if I manage to get lost. I use vertical Post-It tabs for the subsections, and horizontal Post-it arrow tabs for the topics that match in color to the vertical subsection tabs (not only is it useful, it makes it look beaauuutiful!). It took me a weekend to do, but I didn't have a super well-planned tab structure in mind so there was a lot of redoing that took up extra time.
Pro Tips:
My PHB Tab Breakdown
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Obviously each PHB is unique to its owner, and any tabbing will reflect that; in this exercise I've already discovered tabs I never have needed to use, and there are whole sections I omit because it's not commonly needed for the games I play in/run. I do think that having alphabetized spell tabs has been the BIGGEST time saver out of everything, closely followed by the Classes tabs, so you may want to start there -- though that could lead to tabs not lining up nicely, so if aesthetics are important, just plan out your tab structure in advance then go for it!
Cons
There's only a couple issues I've run into. One is that the tabs that stick out way further still have sticky backs to them and sometimes they get stuck to the other tabs or my arm/sleeves. So far all the tabs have stayed on really well, but it can be a little annoying to peel them off each other.
The other issue is that I have to be really careful with how I store my PHB now; I can't toss it into a drawer or with the tabs facing a surface it'll smash into, since I'm worried it'll mess them up. It's survived like this for at least a year now, so while it's not really inconvenient I just have to keep it in mind.
Supplies
Vertical subsection tabs: https://www.amazon.com/Post-1-Inch-Yellow-Dispenser-686-ALYR1IN/dp/B00HNW7E84
Horizontal topic tabs: https://www.amazon.com/Post-Colors-47-Dispenser-Dispensers-684-ARR4/dp/B00006RSO4
Pictures!
Edit: Wow, thank you for the gp! No idea what it does but I'll figure it out ♥
I put my sandpaper in an expanding file folder like this. Works well for me.
https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Expanding-File-Letter-Size/dp/B01B25NN64/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?s=office-products&ie=UTF8&qid=1517588893&sr=1-1-spons&keywords=expanding+file+folder&psc=1
First off, this is really an interesting question. Congrats on transferring and best of luck.
OK, so my tips as former adjunct and current instructor doing the Ph.D. thing is this: don't read passively. Don't just sit down, open a book and look at the words. Read actively: sit at a table/desk; have a notebook with a pen out and also invest in a those little tabby flags http://www.amazon.com/Assorted-Bright-Colors-Dispenser-4-Dispensers/dp/B00006RSO4/ref=sr_1_5?s=office-products&ie=UTF8&qid=1453265141&sr=1-5&keywords=post+it+flags
and mark everything that seems significant. Reading literature isn't about regurgitating something you think the professor will find interesting but rather finding your own reading. The best thing to do, of course, is practice: read other things in an active manner. Write up your thoughts and questions in the notebook. This will come in handy in class because there is ALWAYS a moment where a prof asks you to come up with something. Yes, there will be memorization etc to some extent but this is much easier if you're reading actively all along.
Edit: EIGHT years on this site- never been gilded, not once. WHAT DO I DO WITH THIS AMAZING POWER!?
I strongly reccomend:
I bought these specifically for assholes with expensive cars http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00AY4XWOS/ref=mw_dp_img?is=l
One thing I've found handy for EDH with it's massive amount of possible tokens, is to invest in some dry erase cards, and a couple dry erase markers.
Setup time is about as quick as imperial assault, we split sorting tokens and setting up the map etc, but I've gone for the cheap and quick home-made solution rather than the wooden boxes.
The lid doesn't sit flush any more, but for about £30 I can't complain.
So I cut out the foam that came with the game -
http://i.imgur.com/04Ufc7e.jpg
Base of the box uses the standard insert, with a little bit of plastic removal around the road event cards -
http://i.imgur.com/QxTp8gJ.jpg
The foam inserts stack nicely -
http://i.imgur.com/Y9upzxg.jpg
These 3D printed bases have been the most time saving thing of actually tracking HP on the enemies, seriously, if you have the chance they're amazing. -
https://boardgamegeek.com/filepage/145269/3d-printed-standee-base
I use a file folder for all of the map tiles, which makes it really quick as they are in A-Z order. -
https://www.amazon.co.uk/AmazonBasics-Expanding-File-A4-Size/dp/B01B25NN64/
Document sorting tool.
Amazon!
To be fair, I know a lot of people who would rather just buy a $1 composition notebook from Wal-Mart, but $12 is reasonable for me if I'm 100% comfortable with what I'm writing on. The thread binding alone is worth it.
Just for fun, here are the pens I use. Actually a very reasonable price, considering you get 10 pens.
Sad thing is it's not even original.
http://www.amazon.com/Suck-Parking-Business-Cards-10-pack/dp/B00AY4XWOS
Someone decided to spend money to use someone's joke.
This type of desktop sorter actually works really well for filters:
https://www.amazon.com/Sparco-Sorter-Compartments-Black-SPR11876/dp/B0033UJ6HW
You can see ours (a smaller version of the one I linked above) in action on the top shelf here:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/bkpgcrh75mhzp1g/IMG_0122.JPG?raw=1
Check the Y.A.S.S solution on bgg it uses plano boxes for storage. Additionally get an expanding file folder for the map tiles.
Try a pack of dry-erase flashcards! I bought some for my Brudiclad deck because it makes token copies of everything and it's been a real game-changer for representing complicated board states and really deep Stacks!
C-Line All-Purpose Document Sorter - Helps alphabetize papers. Set the procedure up early in class, have your kids put their own papers in it by last name, and it'll save you HOURS of alphabetizing later.
EVERY teacher needs one of these.
Wago lever nuts are the best for this imo. Stranded doesnt like to get good grip if your wire nut isnt sized just right. You can do it, but i feel a lot more confident with lever locks especially on something that might have a bit of mechanical vibration.
https://www.amazon.com/Wago-Lever-Nut-Assortment-Pocket-Pack/dp/B01N0LRTXZ
Don't buy from aliexpress!
http://www.amazon.com/Moma-Muji-Point-0-38-mm-Black/dp/B00E391XXM/ref=sr_1_2?s=office-products&ie=UTF8&qid=1450016636&sr=1-2&keywords=muji+pens
Must be pretty badass since he coppied those from a already selling version and didn't wanna pay
Offensive Business Cards by ThisIsWhyImBroke https://www.amazon.com/dp/B007TLC4YS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_VXuRAbW6REQBD
Vaultz Mesh bags
www.amazon.com/dp/B001CDD0X8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_ly1kybNYBSWC7
Not OP, but I'm pretty sure those are all Post-it brand flags. Should be at any office supply store or Amazon. These look like the smaller, arrow ones.
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u/blizter - for you also.
He probably means index cards. Not too hard or expensive to get a pack of them:
http://www.amazon.com/Oxford-Ruled-Index-Cards-Inches/dp/B00006IFCX/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1395194183&sr=8-1&keywords=index+card
More detail of the second pic in the link above:
I LOVE that lower compartment. So great to have all the random items I might need available, but out of the way and out of sight.
These are arriving Thursday, so I'm really excited to be extra passive aggressive now
I think your paper thicknesses are off.
A ream of paper is generally 500 sheets and 2 to 2.5 inches thick. 25.4mm per inch 25.4 2.5 = 63.5 mm per ream. 63.5 / 500 = .127mm per sheet of not the thinnest paper. This calls into question the rest of the math...
It seems best to go directly to the dimensions from a notecard seller Amazon sells 3x5 note cards packaged in negligible plastic and measuring 0.8 inches thick. 0.8 25.4mm = 20.32mm per pack / 100 = .2032mm per card.
EDIT - Wording.
me!
index cards (on my nursing school WL)
I bought these Offensive Business Cards from Amazon. They are great for various situations
I gotchu fam
The only problem I see is that each runner is leaning on another, otherwise it'll fall over. I went with a couple of cheapie file holders from amazon.
https://www.amazon.com/Sparco-Sorter-Compartments-Black-SPR11876/dp/B0033UJ6HW/ref=sr_1_17?ie=UTF8&qid=1500991323&sr=8-17&keywords=vertical+file
they routinely drop down under 4 bucks, so for under $10, I have a solution that's tall enough to have things not falling over.
Here they are, (or at least these are similar). I bought these for school and somehow never used them. Might try to implement them in my bujo now!
I use one of these letter organizers. It has decluttered my desk immensely. Sits my external drives right next to a USB hub.
I use these for aspects.
https://www.amazon.com/Dry-Erase-Index-Cards-Reusable/dp/B073K3CY52
For fate points, I just use polyhedral dice. :-P
It's probably going to be really dependent on what needs to be prioritized. At 4...she may be able to do some chores with supervision, but obviously I wouldn't rely on her for major tasks that you expect to be done in a timely manner. (I will link a few things, they're just basic Amazon links so you can see what I'm talking about.)
For my house (family of 5) the first thing is making sure EVERYTHING we need for the next day is ready to go. On Sunday nights each kid pulls 5 outfits out with socks and stacks them in their closet in something like this (one kid has one for sweaters, but another has one with smaller cubbies, not sure where it came from or what it's original purpose was but it works fine). This helps us in a few ways. First - clothes are already decided. No take-backs. No crying. No, "BUT I WANTED TO WEAR THE PINK DRESSSSSUGH!" The pink dress can go in the rotation for the next week. Also, you can see what kind of laundry you will need to do for the next week. One of our kids has 3 weeks of outfits before we need to wash clothes...but we can see in her drawer when just one set of clothing is left that we need to focus on her laundry (she's the youngest, older kids often do their own laundry as needed). Also - any special "spirit" week clothes can be picked out in advance. If you realize that you are missing an item for one day you have a good warning and can get it in place in time.
Backpacks packed, lunchboxes in the fridge, everything signed and ready. It may take time to create a habit for a particular time...we were trying to do it in the run-up to bedtime, but it just got too hectic. I started doing it as soon as we were home from school. This way, in the morning you wake up, take care of hygiene, eat, get dressed, pick up your stuff, and walk out the door. My kids eat breakfast at school now so we can literally be ready in 15 minutes if we absolutely had to.
I have this file-folder system on the wall next to the front door. There is a clear pocket in the front...right now I have the school calendar in that. The older kids each have 1 pocket, the younger kid has 3...though technically one is for me to store important papers we may need to refer back to (permission slips that have dates, times, and instructions on them, for example). But when each kid gets home we go through the backpack, homework is started, I start signing agendas, looking over notes, etc. At the end of the homework, everything goes back into the backpack, then the backpack goes by the door. I use tons of 3M hooks to make it easier to keep stuff together. The youngest kid has one for a backpack and another for her jacket. There is one on the side of her bed for pajamas. The big kids have them in their room for hanging headphones and various electronic cables. I would rather have a million hooks than a kid goes, "But I lost it b/c I left it on my bed and then someone washed my sheeeeets!"
I also put these shoe organizers over every door that can handle it. Low pockets for kids, high pockets for parents. It makes it easier to clean (usually) because if something doesn't belong in the room...I am for sure too lazy to walk one single thing across the house. I will put it in this (if it fits) and then once a week (or so) we can take what belongs to us, put it away, or put it in the room it goes in. This way I don't feel like I'm constantly running back and forth all the time. And it's off the floor, so if you decide NOT to deal with it - the house can still be neat without a hassle.
At night - dishwasher always gets run...yes even if it's not totally full (though with a family of 5, that is rare). Because at least in the morning I can empty it while the kids are getting ready for school and now it's ready for the daytime dishes...or I can even put in some big pots and pans that didn't fit the night before and run those so they're ready in time for dinner.
I have a timer on my washing machine. I put the load in with detergent then set it to run about 60-80 minutes before I get home (it's a fancy machine and usually takes at least 90 minutes to do a full load). This way I may hear it buzz just after getting home and can take the clothes out of the washer. So I can always do at least 1 load a day and laundry doesn't pile up too much. I've done soaking loads overnight as needed. I also keep a dedicated bucket in the laundry room so if I need to pre-soak just a few items or kid t-shirts or something I can put them in the bucket with some water and detergent or pre-treater. Then I put the bucket on top of the freezer...b/c I use my freezer every night (I like ice) and it reminds me that those things need to go in with a load.
I do *minor* meal prep. If I am making lasagna I just double ingredients and make two (it's super easy) then cook one and freeze the other. When I go grocery shopping I always buy a jar of sauce and box of pasta or a frozen pizza...this way if dinner gets ruined (like the time a kid turned the temp up while I was in the bathroom) I can have food on the table in 15 minutes or less and we don't have to try and drive out for fast food. If I'm cooking ground beef...I can double or triple it, then portion it into quart size baggies for later meals.
I also plan for 5 dinner meals each week...but have the same breakfast and lunch each week. So I might decide oatmeal for breakfast this week, with turkey sandwiches and a small green salad for lunch (for me at least, the kids again, have switched to school lunches for the most part). Then 5 different meals. Often they tend to share a spice palate or some ingredients so I don't buy a large container of X and then use one portion and have it leftover forever. Then the 2 nights I don't have a meal planned...we can reheat leftovers, get take out, make sandwiches (there is always bread, peanut butter, and jelly) or find something frozen to heat up. This reduces our food waste and makes sure that I don't have a lot of extras in the house that we might not use. I buy exactly 1 onion b/c only 1 recipe needs an onion, for example. If you have a list - it's a lot easier to get exactly what you need. Some of my local stores are also doing grocery pick up now where they get it ready and I just pull up and get handed bags. Most don't charge extra for this for now. But a few do - but sometimes the few bucks are worth not having to spend an hour in the grocery store. You can use that hour at home for something else.
I find trying to create a hard and fast schedule only seems to make me frustrated if I don't accomplish something or get behind. So being organized about the tasks I need to do helps create a less stressful schedule. Does that make sense? And sometimes...yeah, the laundry needs to be done, but just doing this one load tonight before bed will mean we have clothes in the morning and I have some time to work out how to get the rest of it taken care of.
The main compartment is usually pretty easy to keep organized if you use the internal pockets. Grid It organizers are handy for smaller things like chargers and dongles, and Vaultz Mesh Pouches are handy for keeping similar items together (I like the red one for a mini first aid kit).
Here you go.
But it's not even in a sale. The daily deals say "Deal of the Day" instead of "Price" like here and other on-sale items list a "With Deal" price and the price without the sale e.g. this.
I really like these. They are a little bit expensive, but they are extremely sturdy, they have handles, and you don't need to tape them. You can collapse them pretty much instantly, too, once you remove the contents, so you can store them flat and reuse them in the future. They are the perfect height to store games vertically and then place a couple of games on top horizontally. I've moved apartments 3 times in the past 6 years, and I just picked these up for my most recent move. They made moving so much easier.
Sorter. It looks like a ruler but you use it to sort paperwork
https://www.amazon.com/C-Line-All-Purpose-Document-Sorter-30526/dp/B0006HWA2I
I wish I knew about this sooner!
I recently came across this on Amazon and it really has come in handy!
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0033UJ6HW/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I haven't done so yet but I'm thinking able labeling each of the sections with A, B, C, etc. so it's easier to track but it really saves space and make it easy to the runners quickly. May need 2 of you're doing an MG or so but for a HG and even RG, 1 was enough.
If you can afford it, the Broken Token insert is great. I tried using baggies at first and the insert is such a huge improvement. It not only reduces setup and tear down time, but it also keeps components well organized during game play. I recommend having some wood glue handy when assembling it, as there were several spots that needed it for mine. I also recommend watching this video after assembling it to see how everything is designed to fit in the box.
The only part that isn't great is the map tile storage tray. Everything fits in it, as advertised, but unlike most parts of the insert, it does little to help with the efficiency of setup and tear down. So instead, as many others have done, I'm using an expanding file to store the map tiles (outside of the box), and using the storage tray to store my custom standee bases and the dice I use to track monster health.
I am sure there are countless other options but I've used at least two of these solutions: The Vaultz meshbags and the lens cases. I have been reasonably satisfied with them.
It's only $0.74 But it's an add on item :(
As for something that I really want, this backpack for college would be nice:)
https://www.amazon.com/Muji-Ball-Point-0-38-mm-Black/dp/B00E391XXM
Personally, I use the Getting Things Done system using 3x5 Notecards, a file box and some tabs for primary organization, and a hand case for day-to-day use. It keeps things super easy to organize, it's cheap to use and replenish, and it's flexible for tons of different tasks.
I've printed out calendars onto notecards, worked through /r/theXeffect, and taken notes that are easy to recategorize later using this system.
The only major thing to keep in mind is to keep up with the Getting Things Done system. If you let it lapse, it gets harder to catch up. The big advantage is that if you can keep up with it, you never have to worry about what's going on, what you're responsible for, or what you have coming up.
Very nice! Yeah we picked this up after playing on TTS for a while and fell in love.
The app makes thing so much easier but having the trays for everything is still super worth.
What I would recommend is getting an accordion folder for the map tiles like this it makes setting up maps soooo much easier!
Look, I’ve tried all of the fancy digital tools, but at the end of the day I want to be the one in control. Instead of multiple digital things controlling me and overwhelming me. Sure, I use Google calendar, but I’ve also used fancy planner apps, to do list apps, timer apps, it just gets out of control. Ended up with way too many to dos in the app and not enough things actually done, and it just makes you feel bad.
I’ve come up with my own index card + holder system. I’ll link to the products shortly.
But basically, I am using vertical index cards, physically handwriting my todo‘s on them, crossing them out as they get done, then ripping up and throwing the index card away. There is a really nice leather index card carrier case that I found on Amazon, it has a pen holder, and I can drop that into my purse or laptop bag.
Edit: here’s the case
And here are the cards I like to use.
When it comes to ADHD, physical and written will always beat anything digital. Try it.
Whoops, sorry I didn’t mention that. I keep my map tiles in an accordion folder like this one.
It comes with little paper tabs where you can write down the letters of the alphabet. Since the map tiles only go to M there are just enough slots in the folder, and they’re very easy to access
This is why I keep a stash of these in my car
This from Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Expanding-Organizer-Folder-Letter/dp/B01B25NN64/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?keywords=basic%2Bexpanding%2Bfolder&qid=1568766781&sprefix=basic%2Bexp&sr=8-4&th=1&psc=1
13 pockets; I put most of them two letters per pocket. Pockets for a ziploc with frequently used stuff (dials, attack mods, active events, elements, etc), scenario, rules, records...works perfectly
Sparco Desk Sorter, 7 Compartments, 8-3/4 x 5-1/2 x 4-3/4 Inch, Black (SPR11876) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0033UJ6HW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_7ot81ogDPhmL8
There are plenty of others, too, for similar price points
Vaultz Mesh Storage Bags, Assorted Colors and Sizes, 4 Bags (VZ01211)
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001CDD0X8/ref=cm_sw_r_other_awd_L7O8wbGJHNGJ3
These ones work great with stranded wire!
I believe the medium banker boxes hold 36 pops exactly and are very sturdy. Seen lots of collectors with 500+ pops use them in their storage units.
https://www.amazon.com/Bankers-Box-SmoothMove-Tape-Free-0062801/dp/B002A9JQSG/ref=sr_1_2?s=office-products&ie=UTF8&qid=1539029647&sr=1-2&keywords=banker+boxes+medium
https://www.amazon.ca/Moma-Muji-Point-0-38-mm-Black/dp/B00E391XXM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1538881811&sr=8-1&keywords=muji+pen
For what it's worth, I think the LT1917 has become a standard because the original Bullet Journal web page sells them under their brand.
As mentioned here, LT1917 is 80gsm, which is relatively thin and makes a lot of pens bleed through and ghost. For more information about bleeding, ghosting, and general comparison between notebooks I recommend watching Which Notebook is the Best for Bullet Journaling?! (skip to 11:00 to see the comparison chart). I prefer Scribbles That Matter which is thicker (100gsm) and feels smoother to write on. My next purchase will probably be a Midori with 120gsm or a Rhodia to try them out.
One of the core principals of Bullet Journalism is that there are no hard rules. While it comes with some guidelines, you are free to use it however you see fit. Which means that there are no predefined pages. So for the most part you are going to be drawing the layouts. And this is why a Dotted paper helps because you can use the dots to draw your own layouts. You can checkout Pinterest for inspiration. The community uses the term "spreads" to signify two-page layouts used for all sorts of things.
As for pens, many recommend the Sakura Pigma Micron for good reason. While I use them for more "serious" work, when it comes to EDC I would highly recommend the Muji 0.38mm Fine Point Gel Pens. Unlike the Microns, they are not felt tip (which is why I wouldn't use them for EDC) but very sharp ball point pen with great consistency. A lot of people swear by the Pilot G2 0.38mm Ultra Fine Point but personally I wasn't pleased with them.
Finally, regarding the things you want to track, as I mentioned earlier, you can simply define the layouts of each page and track whatever you wish. A lot of the spreads you see from the community are really intricate. You can find a variety of them from very crazy daily layouts to minimal ones. It's all up to you.
Having said that, if drawing your own layouts daily seems like a lot of work (a lot of people actually spend a few hours planning them beforehand), then you might want to consider a more traditional Planner instead. As mentioned ITT, the Nomadic Planner has good paper (125gsm), weekly and monthly pages as well as lined and blanks for notes and the rest.
There is a whole universe of things to consider (and I'm more than happy to geek out about it), but I'd say just start with whatever. Don't think about it too much. Most of the negatives are personal, so while LT1917 doesn't work for some, it might for you. You'll figure things out as you go.
Just a heads up, 3-way smart switches wire differently than normal 3-ways. Take a look at the directions and if you're unsure still, there are tutorials online. I've wired 3-way smart switches a couple times before, and yet I still managed to screw up the wiring on a switch I put in last year. Turns out that switch only controlled 1 room, but had like 3 or 4 rooms connected to it. My uncles an electrician and it still took him like an hour to fix it.
Also, when you're doing smart switches, wire-nuts are a MAJOR pain in the ass! Space is at a premium, check out Wago lever nuts. They save space and are easier to install. https://www.amazon.com/Wago-Lever-Nut-Assortment-Pocket-Pack/dp/B01N0LRTXZ
As long as your projects aren't bigger than a sheet of paper, you could store them in an accordion file.
Example from Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Expanding-File-Letter-Size/dp/B01B25NN64
I store mine in an expandable file organizer like this
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01B25NN64/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_Z3n3DbH8MGWP1
Some kind of plastic crate from Wal-Mart. On mobile right now but I can link when I get back to my PC. Got them for storage when I came to college and they just happened to work great for games too!
Edit: Here they are on Amazon. It is a set of 6 for forty. I remember getting them at Wal-mart individually, but I don't remember the price.
Gonna start with this one first! Ordered one of these: Smead Cascading Wall Organizer, 6 Pockets, Letter Size, Gray/Bright (92060) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00H0FJLZS/ref=cm_sw_r_taa_T5oqybZQEF15C
I use a black 0.38 ballpoint Muji pen. https://www.amazon.com/Muji-Ball-Point-0-38-mm-Black/dp/B00E391XXM/ref=sr_1_1?s=office-products&ie=UTF8&qid=1504107652&sr=1-1&keywords=muji+pen
Oxford At-Hand Note Card Case, 3" x 5" Size, Black, Includes 25 Ruled Index Cards (63519) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0018KKIMG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_LAuMzb53V019H
I'm not sure if this is what you mean, but you can get Sterilite drawers that are cheap and look good. We have a few of these in the apartment and they look nice. This might be too close to a dresser.
You could also use stackable milk crates. The open part can face out when you stack them. See here
This. My desk at work (and at home) is in dire need of a nice little organizer like this. I have one at work (that I hate) and I don't have one at home anywhere, and all of my pens/pencils/etc are in ziplock bags because they have no other home.
Thanks for the contest :)
I have an alphabetizer. My students turn in there papers to it and they are all in order and then I staple them together. It’s easier to enter into the grade book and I don’t ‘loose’ papers.
alphabetizer
I use Muji .38 and I've been happy with them. If you can get them at an actual Muji store it's better; the Amazon markup is sort of absurd.
I'd take a chance on some muji gel pens
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00E391XXM/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
^ these are great
> but I needed (wanted) to use the connectors
Can't fault you there. They look pretty awesome. I added them to my Amazon cart for "later" hoping something will come up in the near future where I can justify ordering them.
I ordered these Wago connectors a few weeks back and I'm just waiting for an excuse to use them.
100% suggest these for turn-in/ graded papers. Just put mine up with 5lb command strips and already love them!
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00H0FJLZS/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
These have free shipping with an order of $25 or $35 depending on where on the page you look lol
But this is $0.95, has free shipping, and is actually kinda useful!
Stop starting your sentences with "So." It makes everything you say sound weak and uncertain.
Good luck with your card game. I've made a few CCGs in my time as well. Your best bet for prototyping is to use common lined notecards. I used to get the 3x5 cards and cut them in half. These are cheap, quick to make, and if you need to change the rules or how a card works/written instructions on a card you don't have to worry about working around artwork. You could also use blank playing cards, but those are just more expensive and aside from being a bit more sturdy don't offer much else in the way of function.
Once you get the rules set down and working well, and get the game to the point where the gameplay is fun and interesting, then you can start worrying about artwork and how the cards actually will look in a "production" version of the game.
But for now I wouldn't worry about how the game looks, because regardless of how nice it looks no one is going to play the game if it is boring.
D&D Basics (Getting started)
The Absolute Basics
First you will want to grab either the Basic rules (Free), the Starter Set (Cheap), or the Players handbook, Dungeon Masters Guide, and Probably Monster Manual
Then you need to have at least a few items
The starter set is nice because it does a bunch of the work for you, it has an easy to follow adventure, pre-made characters, Dice, and rules for the DM and players. And at half the cost of just the players handbook AND including an adventure, it is an incredible value.
Once you finish that then looking at at least a players handbook for the extra races, classes, backgrounds, and other things is a good deal. That should let you run free adventures people have put online.
The DM's guide will let you get deeper into rules and the right way to call them, break them, and make them.
The monster manual can be a great tool to make better encounters.
If you want to run a commercial adventure after the one's included in the starter set, "Tales from the Yawning Portal" includes the Sunless Citidel, considered by many to be an excellent adventure for those new to the game and just recently brought up from 3.5e into 5e
Common Tools of the Trade
As you start running more complex adventures you are going to want to have a few tools to keep things moving, either as a player or as a DM.
As a Player
The bare essentials every players should have are listed above, but most players agree having a few extras can make the game run really quick.
Spell Cards
These cards have all the spells available for specific classes or from specific books on really well organized cards that make it easy to set aside your prepared spells and quickly reference all the core details.
Cleric, Arcane, Ranger, Druid, Bard, Paladin, Martial Powers and Races, Xanathars Guide to Everything
Binders & Sheet Protectors
Keeping everything neat and organized can be a huge time saver and make it much easier for you to find what you need. Binders can be a great way to keep your notes and other materials organized. In addition many sheet protectors easily erase dry erase markers making it easy to keep track of spells and other changes without ruining character sheets with constant erasing.
As a DM
DMs have their work cut out for them. But a few simple tools can make the game run smooth and leave everyone having that much more fun.
Index Cards
A set of index cards can go a long way to speeding up the game. Players can put details on spells or magic items on them. You can prepare loot for the game ahead of time and hand it out allowing players to look over the gear as the game continues. You can also use them to hide portions of a battle map or commerical map to give the effect of fog of war.
Game Mats
A game mat let's you make single maps by drawing on them with dry erase or wet erase markers. Many are made of vinyl and can last a long time. Normally they will have either 1" squares or hex shapes.
Minitures
These things can be expensive, but giving your game that 3D upgrade and helping players better manage space in a game can be well worth it. You can use actual miniatures (Like those from Reaper), Create custom ones on Hero's Forge, or even just buy some cheap stand in tokens from Game Mash.
If you just need a cheap way to keep track of positions army men, bottle caps, colored game pieces, and even legos can all play the role.
No matter what you use, you can pick up colored rubber bands to mark status conditions or other information.
Where Can I Play?
You can find tons of places to play D&D.
Also:
Critical Role - Voice actors playing DnD, Matt Mercer (The DM) is an amazing Dungeon Master and shows how the game should be played.
Matthew Colville - Amazing videos on being a DM, must watch material for every DM. Even when your opinions differ he gives good reasons and great advice.
Compendiums
These let you ciew all the free open rules (SRD & Basic Rules) for D&D 5e at no cost.
Roll20 Compendium - Has all the open rules for the game, so a good source for monsters, items, spells, etc.
DnDBeyond - A more official source for the content, plus you can buy all the materials released by WotC to use, and has a great character builder.
Adventures & Maps
DMsGuild - Tons of free and paid adventures and other materials. The quality can be varying, but many are free and that can be great.
/r/dndmaps/ - What more can they say, D&D Maps.
Mike Schley Makes many of the maps for the D&D Adventures.
If they are all on the same breaker you should be able to wire them all into one smart dimmer. (probably keep the exhaust fan separate) Most likely you would put all the blacks into one wire nut with a jumper coming out to the new switch, all the neutral's into one nut and do the same, and then same with the grounds. this many wires coming together will be a bit of a mess so I prefer these instead of wire nuts https://www.amazon.com/Wago-Lever-Nut-Assortment-Pocket-Pack/dp/B01N0LRTXZ/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1518965173&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=wago+lever+nut&psc=1
You could buy a new trim cover then with blanks in it to get rid of the extra holes. However not sure if they are all on the same breaker or if there are any unusual circumstances why you couldn't do the above.
This was the first year where I really felt like I had our shit together. I have a filing cabinet full of tax related stuff from the last few years, but it's certainly not organized and I probably fudged some numbers here and there for receipts that may or may not have been business related.
I used something like this Amazon Expanding File in both of our work trucks and my personal vehicle as well as one at home all year. Labeled nicely to make it as idiot-proof as possible.
Those combined with work binders that keep track of scheduling, individual estimates and jobs, each job's expenses, etc. and I have a good reference for what we should have receipts for in each expanding file. I try to permanently record and file everything once a week. It's a lot easier than waiting until you start getting tax forms in the mail.
But I think it's all about finding a system that works for you.
Dragon Bookends
Oval Supply Caddy Must have!
Dead Fred Pen Holder Just for fun!
I could pee on this - Cat Calendar!
Decorate Already!
If I win, I have a bottle of Alpha Lipoic Acid on my Add-Ons list that would be great!! It's much needed! Thanks so much for the contest!
Its for parking, but its a start to a better world.
Your Parking Sucks!
Surprised no one has mentioned Muji . They hit every requirement you ask for. My 0.38mm are great.
https://www.amazon.com/Moma-Muji-Point-0-38-mm-Black/dp/B00E391XXM
Get an expanding folder organizer like this
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01B25NN64/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_6vGrDbP12R35J
Label tabs for days of the week and load it with your handouts, test, etc. Or get 2 and preload a week ahead.
I use these Wago wire connectors instead if wirenuts flir the past 3 years after having an I same amount of service calls for loose wire in a wire nut(not my installs) they have been great.
Wago 221 Lever-Nut Assortment Pocket Pack https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N0LRTXZ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_wGYsDbZ1HZ5RY
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http://www.amazon.com/Oxford-Index-Assorted-Colors-10010EE/dp/B002JFV30U
I have a box full of them and use them liberally. Tons of secret notes are passed between everyone. If a character wants to make a Spot check they submit the note and I will make a roll in secret. They'll then get the answer written on the index card. Now it's up to them to share the information they received. I find it fun when they get a note that says "You think you see movement in the brush 20 feet away" and when they read it they respond out lout "My character freezes". The others then all want to make Spot checks as well now that they feel something is up and with no one knowing how well their roll was it sometimes turns into a little debate on what action they take. Perhaps there really was nothing there and everyone else's spot check succeeds and they see nothing. The group might start acting paranoid as if their spot checks had failed.
I guess its a decision between whether you like to know the results and have liberty role-playing those results, or if your group likes being kept in the dark and wrapped up in the suspense of it all.
I use these. All my records are in plastic sleeves and organized by artist and then I have one section specifically for soundtracks.
[Amazon] HedBanz - 5 pack for $1.42
Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Bankers-SmoothMove-Moving-Storage-0062801/dp/B002A9JQSG/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1405624866&sr=8-9&keywords=moving+boxes
I've used these many times and they're fantastic. They have handles and don't require tape. Can't recommend them enough.
Maybe the AmazonBasics DSLR and Laptop Backpack? (Not an affiliate link.)
External dimensions 13.4" x 8.8" x 17.7" (LxWxH). One of the answers to a customer question says it fits under an airline seat. It has adjustable dividers for camera gear.
I haven't used it, just remember seeing it when I was looking for a camera bag, so I can't comment on the quality or performance.
Tip from an IT guy: don't worry about pockets for small accessories; pack them into little bags instead. I like the Vaultz mesh bags for my little computery gadgets and cables.
My guesses are :
I like :
- The idea. I'd like to try this game
- The limited options on character creation : Only one will have the +2 strength bonus, etc.
- Blank cards (maybe https://www.amazon.com/Dry-Erase-Index-Cards-Reusable/dp/B073K3CY52 ?)
- The idea of some card as item or as action ... but that lead me to the next part
I dislike :
- You try to replicate the character sheet AND a part of the rule book with your inventory card. I guess I will limit drastically the options here to reflect the attribute part : One big sword, one bow, one small dagger.
- It goes to complex : damage cards, metacards, I don't know. I expect simplicity here.
What I have in mind when you say "Traditional RPG without pen & paper" :
Parts of the cards are stables : the player keep it to represent the character : some attributes bonuses and penalties, some basics inventory (one weapon, one tool, one talent maybe ?). This can be "public" (on the table, in front of the player).
Other cards are moving : some cards are only scores (1-9 maybe ?) and replace the dices (please check the awesome Marvel "SAGA system" !!).
When the character needs to act : the player choose one "score card" in his hand + 1 for each "character card" that apply (strength and sword in a fight give you 2 cards, intelligence in an investigation gives you 1, etc) to beat your GM score.
If he get wounded you can reduce the size of the player's hand for exemple (Marvel !).
If you are blessed or leveled up, you rise the hand size !
At the end of the action, every one is refilling the hand (limited by their respective sizes).
This is awesome (like Marvel is) because you can use your cards wisely : keep the high score for the boss, throw your low score on less tragic actions,...
I bought a bunch of these and I put them on bad parkers https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00AY4XWOS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_fcrGDbVYKAPWM
I hate spirals.... two strategies:
I have used the plastic sheet protectors to organize loose leaf pages. I create a coversheet and slide the related content behind the coversheet. Holds up well in a binder over time.
Other way I've done it is in a [accordion folder] (https://www.amazon.com/Smead-Organizer-Pockets-Closure-70902/dp/B0085IQ05I/ref=sr_1_4?s=office-products&ie=UTF8&qid=1491389428&sr=1-4&keywords=accordion+folder) that had many slots. Then one slot per topic.
https://www.amazon.com/Suck-Parking-Business-Cards-10-pack/dp/B00AY4XWOS
i suppose chalk is a little cheaper, but the card on the windshield can't be missed.
For receipts and/or paperwork that I have to keep for an extended period or for tax purposes I use one of these.
This: C-Line Document Sorter
For organization, an accordion folder is great for the map components. Something like this: https://www.amazon.ca/AmazonBasics-Expanding-File-Letter-Size/dp/B01B25NN64?psc=1&SubscriptionId=AKIAILSHYYTFIVPWUY6Q&tag=duc12-20&linkCode=xm2&camp=2025&creative=165953&creativeASIN=B01B25NN64
Then for the shop, I found the Ultimate Guard Mini American Flexxfolio was a great organizer. You can fit every card in its own pocket, no need to double up, and just flip them over when they're unlocked: https://ultimateguard.com/en/flexxfolio/mini-american-flexxfolio
I carry around an accordion folder when I go to class. It gets bulky later in the semester, but I stuff as much class-related stuff in there, like old homework assignments, handouts, etc.
I leave everything in my office though. Only that folder and my pen pouch come with me to class. I also try to leave my phone in my office so I'm not tempted to derp off during class.
Thanks for the ideas guys. I'm going to try shoeboxes and magazine holders along with this to keep out keyboards I want to use occasionally: https://www.amazon.ca/Sparco-Incline-Sorter-Compartments-SPR11876/dp/B0033UJ6HW/
Hey! I might have a solution for your palettes: File and letter organizers like this and this. I use one similar to the first one for my large palettes (Mega Pro 1 and 2, Vice 4, A Few of My Favorite Things, etcetera) and I'm currently on the hunt for a CLEAR letter organizer to put my baby palettes in (Sugar Pop, Bon Bons, Naked 3, etcetera). They work great and are cheap if you hunt around a bit at Target and the like! :)
Well, you could always upgrade to WAGO levernuts.Anywhere from 12-24awg, solid or stranded, 2, 3, or 5 conductor configurations (New ones accept 10-22 awg I think). Can probably find at a better price than the link, just provides picture.
Ah! Well grab a pack of Half-Sized Index Cards then!
I wouldnt focus on the color- I think that varies by manufacturer. Your wires are most likely going to be 12 guage. Do just buy an assortment pack and use the one that's appropriate for the number and guage of the wire you have. If you want to make life easier, grab some of these this style: Lever-Nuts
https://www.amazon.com/Wago-Lever-Nut-Assortment-Pocket-Pack/dp/B01N0LRTXZ/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=lever+nut&qid=1570645403&sr=8-3
Once you use them, you'll never go back to wire nuts.
Get one of these: https://www.amazon.com/Snap-N-Store-Index-Card-Black-SNS01573/dp/B002VCTQS2/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1503852099&sr=8-3&keywords=3x5+index+card+box
And get a fuckton of these: https://www.amazon.com/Oxford-Ruled-Index-Cards-31EE/dp/B002OB49JQ/ref=sr_1_4?s=office-products&ie=UTF8&qid=1503852122&sr=1-4&keywords=3x5+index+card
Some of these: https://www.amazon.com/Oxford-Guides-Inch-Assorted-Colors/dp/B0000AQOET/ref=sr_1_13?s=office-products&ie=UTF8&qid=1503852122&sr=1-13&keywords=3x5+index+card
And maybe some of these: https://www.amazon.com/Oxford-Ruled-Assorted-Colors-81300EE/dp/B00542WZCK/ref=sr_1_11?s=office-products&ie=UTF8&qid=1503852122&sr=1-11&keywords=3x5+index+card
Don't worry about doing them. Don't worry about how good the ideas are. Don't worry about whether or not they've been done before.
Just get them down. Because then you can let them go for now and get back to work knowing you haven't lost anything.
I always did a combination of these collapsible folders (https://www.amazon.com/Smead-Organizer-Pockets-Closure-70902/dp/B0085IQ05I/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1502462258&sr=8-1&keywords=collapsible+folder) and then put the instructions into clear 3 ring binder sheets and file them into the folder based on labeled tabs. The larger sets with big instruction books fit perfectly into the clear pages. Ive had mine for 15 years like that and all are still mint. That way I can just buy a new one folder as needed when one starts filling up. My Harry Potter, Indiana Jones and Star wars all have separate folders.
A "sackpack" with a folder for character sheets inside (use an accordion folder for lots of sheets/games). Pencils and a plastic bag of dice in the secondary pocket of the backpack. Water bottle in the side pocket.
I got this combined M & N since it's one pocket short. But for $6 can't complain.
AmazonBasics Expanding File, Letter Size - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01B25NN64?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf
Are you talking about these? If so, I'm going to get them to try.
https://www.amazon.com/Osprey-10000102-Ultralight-Stuff-Pack/dp/B0124Y2V4M?th=1&psc=1
This might be a bit too lightweight and too much like the sea to summit for you, but I really like mine. I have put about 150 miles on it in Yosemite while day hiking. I got mine off Amazon for $25. They're $35 right now for some reason. At first I was worried about the lack of a belt strap but the important thing is to keep the total weight less than 5lbs /2.5kg. Not too difficult if you frequent this subreddit.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001CDD0X8/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1480966220&sr=8-2&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=vaultz+zipper+pouch&dpPl=1&dpID=51TI5%2BeLTpL&ref=plSrch
Something like this is handy since the backpack isn't structured. I keep the weight around 2l of water and just short of 2lbs for first aid, jacket, lunch, water filter etc and have been pretty comfortable. The longest I've taken it was 22miles in a day, and while I was pretty sore, it was a good tradeoff for how lightweight I was.
I'm 5'10 140lbs,and I can see how a bigger guy would feel pretty tight in this pack though.
I was thinking of using a plastic file organizer but not sure if there are enough slots, maybe for the big pieces.
Something like this: Smead Step Index Poly Organizer, 12 Pockets
I was thinking of getting this [over it] (https://www.amazon.com/Sterilite-16939006-Crate-Black-6-Pack/dp/B002BDTEWE/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1504626961&sr=8-5&keywords=crate+storage) since my media center is open and doesn't have cabinets.
https://smile.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Expanding-File-Letter-Size/dp/B01B25NN64/
https://smile.amazon.com/Evelots-Magazine-Holders-Assorted-Multi-Colored/dp/B01345OFV2/
https://smile.amazon.com/Pendaflex-Decoflex-Desktop-Black-23013/dp/B0012VIJGS/
Something like these, depending on what you're trying to do. I guess I should've phrased it as some kind of container for your manuals/boards. They don't necessarily have to be folders, but it does make it easier to find things.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY! I think these are hilarious :P I definitely do not need them but I do want them :D
Thanks for the contest!
What?!?! Amazon wants to rip me off. Good thing I didn't buy it yet.
Some wires have gotten crossed somewhere because I have no idea what you're talking about. Yes, post-its. This is the product Anna recommended, it's Post-It branded.
https://www.amazon.com/Post-Colors-47-Dispenser-Dispensers-684-ARR4/dp/B00006RSO4
This would be awesome
I like organization
It's on my school list
thanks for the contest!!
I have a new desk to organize!
I love to run, I used to be able to run 3 miles in 24 minutes, not anymore. I need to get moving!
I am drawing a blank on the blurb...I am very tired...
Potato
Boil em, mash em, stick em in a stew.
THESE!!! because they will serve as the building blocks to my first full-length feature film script that I'm going to write! (Here's an example of them in action.)
It's the weekend!
Thanks for the contest!
Everyone needs [Offensive Business Cards!] (http://www.amazon.com/ThisIsWhyImBroke-OBC-1-Offensive-Business-Cards/dp/B007TLC4YS/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_nC?ie=UTF8&colid=19XIKAS79AJYG&coliid=I1CLDEXCIRVZK3)
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If your drawers are deep, you could get a short file sorter like this (https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0033UJ6HW/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1485519579&sr=8-5&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=file+sorter&dpPl=1&dpID=41XvZkGBViL&ref=plSrch) and store them upright.
Mesh baggies! I've been trying them out recently and they're really useful for small and medium sized things that should be kept together. I've used them for wires & charging cables & flash drives to contact cases & solution & glasses.
They come in 4 different sizes & colors and they're made out of mesh so you can see what's inside the bag.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007TLC4YS/
First off, in my view, a book of that type needs to be read at least twice, and you can take a different approach with each reading. My go-to method is to use highlighters (sometimes different colours) as well as Post-it Tabs - big and small (or generic brand name). Here are, for example, big ones: http://amzn.com/B004I7HHSO
[By the way you can easily write on these with Magic Marker to label].
And here are smaller ones: http://amzn.com/B003IJXJFS
You can use the bigger ones to mark chapters and/or sections, and use the smaller ones for chapter summaries, or for places where important techniques / practices / processes or principles are described. The second time I read, I use underlining with pen (or just highlighting again) to bring out points missed last time. Finally, I use Evernote and copy usually just from those parts that were underlined/highlighted (but I can still be selective here, adding or omitting important points whether highlighted or not). Later, you can just read the highlighted parts in the book, or review your Evernote notes.
Additional suggestions: