These days, we can use a lot of electronic references at the workbench: digital magazines (like FSM) along with pictures and videos from the Internet. And while smartphones and tablets can be equipped with a screen protector, they are not really protected from spills and overspray. So, put the device in a sealing plastic bag; you can keep that reference handy without worrying about ruining your gadget with a spill of thinner or a drop of super glue. Also, most touchscreens will work through the plastic bag. Warning: Don’t try this with devices that require ventilation for cooling (laptops, netbooks, and others).

Tip submitted by:
Carlos ArvizuMonterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico