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Protect your eyes | Screen brightness adjustment!

  • #1
  • First Post: Edited Jan 1, 2017 10:35am Dec 31, 2016 9:50am | Edited Jan 1, 2017 10:35am
Hey guys,

I know a lot of people are staring at charts for alot of hours and i'm sure tons of people don't realise that you're hurting your eyes in the process, some of you might be aware of it and some of you don't.

However that being said, i'd like to contribute this little piece of software that can dim your screen to your desired brightness level. I'm not the owner, however i've been using this little piece of software for a while and it's amazing.

Website:
http://www.nelsonpires.com/software/dimmer/
https://www.pangobright.com/ (for multiple screens)

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I hope you guys find it useful and make good use of it, it's important to save your eyes when we are spending a lot of time infront of the computer.

I'd like to wish everyone a happy and healthy New Year!
  • #2
  • Dec 31, 2016 1:04pm Dec 31, 2016 1:04pm
great job
perfect
what we want:1+1+1+1+1+1+1+1=8 what market delivers:1+2+8+7-4+0-5+8-4-5=8
  • #3
  • Jan 1, 2017 9:38am Jan 1, 2017 9:38am
Warning: does not work for multiple monitors, works only for the main/primary monitor.
  • #4
  • Jan 1, 2017 10:01am Jan 1, 2017 10:01am
Quoting TheRealTruth
Warning: does not work for multiple monitors, works only for the main/primary monitor.
I don't have multiple screens myself so I can't test it, but I located a different screendimming software for you that should work on multiple monitors.

https://www.pangobright.com/

it says and I quote,

''If you have multiple monitors connected, the pop-up menu will list each monitor, and you can indicate which monitor or monitors to affect.''

Hope that helps you
  • #5
  • Jan 1, 2017 10:06am Jan 1, 2017 10:06am
Quoting Beslim
Hey guys, I know a lot of people are staring at charts for alot of hours and i'm sure tons of people don't realise that you're hurting your eyes in the process, some of you might be aware of it and some of you don't. However that being said, i'd like to contribute this little piece of software that can dim your screen to your desired brightness level. I'm not the owner, however i've been using this little piece of software for a while and it's amazing. Website: http://www.nelsonpires.com/software/dimmer/ Screenshots: {image} {image} I...
And why anybody should download and install risky, unknown third-party software for what either is located on every keyboard or as a standard option of Windows:

http://www.howtogeek.com/241771/how-...automatically/
  • #6
  • Edited 10:20am Jan 1, 2017 10:09am | Edited 10:20am
Quoting kpclick
{quote} And why anybody should download and install risky, unknown third-party software for what either is located on every keyboard or as a standard option of Windows: http://www.howtogeek.com/241771/how-...automatically/
I'm not forcing anyone to do anything, i'm simply providing software that isn't available on most computers. Most computers and laptops cannot dim the screen beyond a certain level and that's where this piece of software comes in handy.

I know that windows has a standard brightness configuration but it only lowers to a certain amount, which just isn't enough if you spend hours and hours infront of your screen.

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For me personally I already had my screen at the lowest possible brightness that was available and it was still straining my eyes, especially at night. now why would anyone refuse to improve their screen brightness that could help you prevent eye injuries in the future?

Every man for himself but your eyes are the most valuable asset in this business.
  • #7
  • Jan 1, 2017 10:20am Jan 1, 2017 10:20am
Quoting Beslim
{quote} I'm not forcing anyone to do anything, i'm simply providing software that isn't available on most computers.
I am not saying you are forcing anybody. Just pointing to a risk installing unverified (sorry, you dont count), third-party software for something that Windows is doing perfectly fine. On top of a brightness button each and single monitor has.

For night sitters, maybe it would be a good idea to have some ambient light, instead siting in complete darkness?

BTW, many LCD/LED monitors achieve darkness by reducing refresh rate from some threshold. By setting screen brightness very low you might be doing more harm than good.

Advice on a side, no matter how dark you will set your monitor, your eyes need regular breaks for rest. It all about good balance. It also gets to clean your mind and reset brain, so time screen can be come effective. Do you know rule 80/20? (rhetorical question)
  • #8
  • Jan 1, 2017 10:24am Jan 1, 2017 10:24am
Quoting kpclick
{quote} I am not saying you are forcing anybody. Just pointing to a risk installing unverified (sorry, you dont count), third-party software for something that Windows is doing perfectly fine. On top of a brightness button each and single monitor has. Advice on a side, no matter how dark you will set your monitor, your eyes need regular breaks for rest.
Well i'm on a laptop and they don't have adjustable buttons and the configuration will only let you adjust it to a certain level.

If you don't find it useful than don't use it, I was just offering people something that I personally found useful.

If you're afraid of it than don't use it, it's just that simple

Edit: It does not matter whether you have ''ambient light'' or not, if you're staring into a bright screen your eyes will strain. Especially at night.
  • #9
  • Jan 1, 2017 10:24am Jan 1, 2017 10:24am
I find F.LUX works very well on single or duel monitors.

https://justgetflux.com/

Happy new year to all.
  • #10
  • Jan 1, 2017 10:28am Jan 1, 2017 10:28am
Quoting Beslim
{quote} Well i'm on a laptop and they don't have adjustable buttons and the configuration will only let you adjust it to a certain level. If you don't find it useful than don't use it, I was just offering people something that I personally found useful. If you're afraid of it than don't use it, it's just that simple Edit: It does not matter whether you have ''ambient light'' or not, if you're staring into a bright screen your eyes will strain.
Maybe I am offering people advice as well, so they dont have to harm them self as you are doing
  • #11
  • Jan 1, 2017 10:32am Jan 1, 2017 10:32am
Quoting kpclick
{quote} Maybe I am offering people advice as well, so they dont have to harm them self as you are doing
I'm glad you are, i'm not here to argue with you about anything, eye problems are a serious issue that most traders overlook.

You don't notice the issues until you're knee deep in it, eye strains, migraines, fuzzy vision and many other issues that happen after a few years of intensified staring at their screen.
  • #12
  • Jan 1, 2017 10:35am Jan 1, 2017 10:35am
Quoting Beslim
{quote} I'm glad you are i'm not here to argue with you about anything, eye problems are a serious issue that most traders overlook. You don't notice the issues until you're knee deep in it, eye strains, migranes, fuzzy vision and many other issues that happen after a few years of intensified staring at their screen.
And you believe that reducing monitor brightness alone will safe your sight from damage sitting for hours in front of the screen?

https://www.specsavers.co.uk/eye-hea...-and-solutions
http://www.allaboutvision.com/cvs/irritated.htm
https://www.cnet.com/au/how-to/five-...ter-eyestrain/
http://visionsource.com/blog/tips-fo...er-eye-strain/
https://www.wired.com/2013/09/flux-eyestrain/
http://edgeup.asus.com/2015/11/19/th...n-and-fatigue/
  • #13
  • Jan 1, 2017 10:39am Jan 1, 2017 10:39am
Quoting kpclick
{quote} And you believe that reducing monitor brightness alone will safe your sight from damage sitting for hours in front of the screen? http://www.allaboutvision.com/cvs/irritated.htm https://www.cnet.com/au/how-to/five-...ter-eyestrain/ http://visionsource.com/blog/tips-fo...er-eye-strain/ https://www.wired.com/2013/09/flux-eyestrain/
I don't believe that no but it will help protect your eyes by a lot, people are aware that staying infront of their screen for too long is damaging your eye sight. But i'm in no position to tell them what to do, so i'll bring the next best solution that can help them
  • #14
  • Jan 1, 2017 10:42am Jan 1, 2017 10:42am
Quoting Beslim
{quote} I don't believe that no but it will help protect your eyes by a lot, people are aware that staying infront of their screen for too long is damaging your eye sight. But i'm in no position to tell them what to do, so i'll bring the next best solution that can help them
And "the next best solution" - reduction of screen brightness to very low levels - might do exactly opposite of the intention. Please you and people who read this thread read at least links above. Or even better do your own search.
  • #15
  • Jan 1, 2017 10:44am Jan 1, 2017 10:44am
Quoting kpclick
{quote} And "the next best solution" - reduction of screen brightness to very low levels - might do exactly opposite of the intention. Please you and people who read this thread read at least links above. Or even better do your own search.
Dimming your screen brightness indeed is better for your eyes.

Why do people where sun glasses during the summer? ( i'm sure you know the answer to this )
  • #16
  • Jan 1, 2017 10:48am Jan 1, 2017 10:48am
duplicate
  • #17
  • Jan 1, 2017 10:51am Jan 1, 2017 10:51am
Quoting Beslim
{quote} Dimming your screen brightness indeed is better for your eyes. Why do people where sun glasses during the summer? ( i'm sure you know the answer to this )
Please read links above.

Your thinking is simplistic and not factual. For lazy people, here are major points how to protect your sight. Why would you second guess something that medicine is well aware of?

Have an eye test
Rest your eyes
Take frequent breaks from your computer
Use adequate lighting
Adjust your monitor's settings - brightness and colour temperature
Modify your workstation and sit correctly
Wear lenses specifically for computers

In that order. Monitor brightness is neither priority not the major factor as you can see.

https://www.specsavers.co.uk/eye-hea...-and-solutions
  • #18
  • Jan 1, 2017 10:52am Jan 1, 2017 10:52am
Quoting kpclick
{quote} Please read links above. Your thinking is simplistic and not factual. For lazy people here are major points how to protect your sight: Have an eye test Rest your eyes
Just drop it buddy, I know you're trying to get the last word on this but you're clearly over your head here.

Thanks for your input on everything
  • #19
  • Jan 1, 2017 10:58am Jan 1, 2017 10:58am
Quoting Beslim
{quote} Just drop it buddy, I know you're trying to get the last word on this but you're clearly over your head here. Thanks for your input on everything
Why would you second guess something that medicine is well aware of?

Drop your pride and educate yourself. Kids these days.....
  • #20
  • Jan 1, 2017 11:00am Jan 1, 2017 11:00am
Quoting kpclick
{quote} Why would you second guess something that medicine is well aware of? Drop your pride and educate yourself. Kids these days.....
Answer me why people where sunglasses during the summer and i'll answer all your questions

don't try and switch to different subjects or try to demean anyone with juvenile terms like 'kids these days' it doesn't make you look smart one bit.
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