I avoid Christmas Day Wi-Fi disaster thanks to lesser-known tricks and first step is putting router at the right height
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CHRISTMAS is a time for sharing gifts, food, merriment, kisses under the mistletoe - and your Wi-Fi. Of course, the more people there are under one roof, the more pressure is placed on your bandwidth. To avoid disaster - or, not being able to tune into the final Gavin & Stacy special on Christmas day without iPlayer buffering - follow these four essential tips.
![[Christmas lights are a common but perhaps unexpected blockade on your internet signal]](https://www.thesun.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/sol8108e-JS956267148.jpg?strip=all&w=960)
First, make sure your router is elevated - but not too high. Roughly 1 to 1.5ft high on a table or shelf is ideal. Although make sure to avoid putting it on a shelf that is too enclosed. This can not only block the signal but also cause the box to overheat.
![[Although the kitchen is usually full of festive action, it is also brimming with Wi-Fi-blocking objects, like the microwave, oven, fridge, or a Bluetooth speaker]](https://www.thesun.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/2pgp829-modern-wi-fi-router-856957639.jpg?strip=all&w=960)
Make sure your Christmas tree isn't blocking it either - you want it to have a good line of sight with your devices. Try moving the router around and testing the signal on different devices to find the perfect spot for a strong connection. Christmas lights are a common but perhaps unexpected blockade on your internet signal.
These twinkling lights create an electromagnetic field, which can block your router's Wi-Fi signals. The more lights you have, the stronger the field they create. This is especially the case if they lead to a big bundle of wires. Because Wi-Fi routers are emitting electromagnetic radiation, having the two gadgets next to each other can create a clash.
