Technology has made it possible to connect with friends around the globe, stay connected with our family, and give us a world of information at the touch of our fingertips. It can even help us stay organized! Here’s a beginners guide to using technology to declutter and stay organized from our Myrtle Beach experts at More Space Place.
Start Small
Starting any new task or habit can be scary. As with most things, starting small can help ease you into it and help you decide if going digital is right for you. Start by trying one of the methods we lay out below.
Music, Movies, and Other Media
When it comes to cutting down on physical media such as cassettes, CDs, DVDs, and records, you have a lot of options to choose from. Netflix, Hulu, and other streaming subscriptions can help you cut down on the number of DVDs you bring into your home and even your monthly cable bill. Many of these subscription services can even be streamed on your TV without a bunch of unsightly wires. For music, there are even more options. Spotify, Apple Music, Tidal, and Pandora are some of the most popular options on the market now. If you’re a purist and still enjoy records, consider upgrading your storage to match your needs. A built-in entertainment center is perfect for concealing game consoles, your record player, and all of your records!
Bills and Paperwork
If you’re tired of paperwork building up, you can minimize this by starting with your bills. Enroll in automatic payments and paperless statements where possible. Some companies even give you a discount if you choose to enroll in these. Keep in mind, should you need a paper copy of your statement or paperwork for taxes, you can always login and print it off. In addition, when it comes to your taxes, you can always print off your forms from free programs like TurboTax.
For other documents and paperwork, consider cloud programs like Dropbox, Google Drive, or even Microsoft’s Cloud. All of these securely store your documents without it having to be printed off. If you still need paperwork to be stored for your business, consider your storage needs. Our custom office furniture can help you create a file cabinet within your desk, and it will look better than a regular metal unit.
Keeping Your Closet Organized
Technology can even help you minimize your clothing items. Apps like Stylebook, Cloth, and Closet+ can help you create outfits while cataloging all of your pieces. These apps also make it easy to see what pieces you actually wear so you can easily get rid of the items you don’t use. For the ultimate dream closet, design it with More Space Place! Our designers can help you maximize your closet space with the help of our 3D computer software, allowing you to visualize your space before we lift a hammer.
Have other tips or stories about going digital and getting organized in your Myrtle Beach home? Let us know what they are and share them in the comments.
