9 Brilliant Binder Clip Hacks You’ll Love!

If you thought binder clips were just for stacks of paper, think again! These humble little clamps are one of the most versatile (and inexpensive) organizing tools you probably already have.

Today, I’m sharing nine clever binder clip hacks to help you tidy up everything from your home office to your kitchen, without spending a dime on fancy organizers.

1 - Corral Charging Cords

Clip a binder clip to the edge of your desk and thread your charging cords through the metal arms. No more digging for cables behind your furniture!

2 - Make a Phone Stand

Need to prop up your phone for a video call or recipe? Snap two binder clips together and position them as a DIY phone stand.

3 - Keep Chips Fresh

Out of chip clips? A binder clip seals bags of snacks or frozen veggies like a champ.

4 - Tame Toiletry Tubes

Clip one to the end of your toothpaste or lotion tube—then slide it forward as you use it up. Less waste and no more squeezing!

5 - Label Cords & Plugs

Attach a small piece of washi tape or a label to a binder clip and snap it onto a cord. Now you’ll always know what plug goes where.

6 - Display Photos & Notes

No frame? No problem! Stand a binder clip on your shelf or desk and use the arms to hold a favorite photo or reminder.

7 - Hang Gloves & Hats

Attach binder clips to a wire shelf or a hanger to keep gloves, mittens, or scarves paired up and easy to grab.

8 - Keep Cables Tidy

Wrap your charging cable around your fingers, secure it with a clip—no more tangled cords in your bag.

9 - DIY Bookmark

No bookmark handy? Use a binder clip to hold your spot without dog-earing pages.

A simple binder clip is proof that you don’t need to spend a fortune to get organized—you just need a little creativity.