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18 Ingenious Uses for Binder Clips

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Office binder clips, commonly used for binding together thick stacks of computer paper, can also be used as a bookmark, money clip, picture hanger, boots hanger, cable organizer, and more.

Large and small binder clips can be constructed together in less than five minutes to create a DIY smartphone dock, and binder clips can even be combined with sturdy boxes to create a customized storage space for your bedroom.

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Need to work out your little fingers? You can squeeze an open binder clip between your thumb and pinkie or thumb and ring finger to work out the finger muscles, which is especially useful if you are a budding guitar player.

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