Tech & Desk / Buying guide
Quick answer. Start with how people switch computers, the shortcuts they use and how much noise the room can tolerate.
Map the handoff
A wired keyboard is convenient when everyone uses the same computer or dock. Put the cable where both people can reach it without crossing the writing surface. For wireless, look up the exact steps for changing devices and check whether each computer needs Bluetooth or its own receiver.
Check the keys you really need
Ask each user to name the shortcuts or keys they use daily. A compact layout leaves more room for a mouse, but some layouts move navigation and function keys behind a second layer. Confirm the printed language and operating-system layout before choosing.
Plan for noise and downtime
If noise matters, listen to a sample or try the board on a surface similar to your desk. For a rechargeable model, look up whether it can work while plugged in. Decide where the cable, batteries or spare receiver will live so a device change does not interrupt the next person.