Cost: Less than $5
Item: File Folder Labels (in pretty colors!)

Everyone has had to deal with the craziness of “cord-land” behind their computer desk or entertainment center. This is a fast, efficient way to get yourself started on being more organized.

Take small, brightly colored file folder labels and use them to tag your cords. Just like in the picture, you can wrap the label around the end of the cord (near the plug) and use a permanent marker to write which cord it is. The next time you have a problem in “cord-land” you’ll know just where to start fixing it without having to tug on various cords and potentially do even more damage to your system.

Tip: For even more organized cords, use zip ties to keep cords in place and untangled.