There is no harm in using a laptop stand for your laptop. Many contain ventilated bottom portions that keep your computer from overheating and some have more angle and height adjustability options that could enhance the experience. Christensen says these adjustments may be useful for folks who "want to prop up their keyboard/mouse to a good height for standing at their desk to work." However, Christensen also recommends adjusting your setup for lengthier and more permanent work situations. "When using a laptop, often just having it on your lap is best for short durations," says Christensen. "For anything longer, I always recommend they try to separate the laptop screen from the keyboard, which usually means getting an external keyboard and mouse and propping up their screen to a good height."