30 TSA Tips That Will Make Security Screening a Cinch

11. Lay out your larger electronics

One of the things that seriously slows down security lines is removing your electronic items from your carry-on. The good news is that you don't have to remove every single device—your electric toothbrush can stay in your bag. However, any item larger than a smartphone, such as a tablet, laptop, or DSLR camera, should go in a bin to be X-rayed separately. And, yes, the cases for your electronics need to be scanned, too.

If you travel with your laptop often, consider investing in a TSA-friendly bag to ensure it's protected and lies flat as it travels down the conveyor belt.