What is a modesty return or modesty panel on a straight desk?

A modesty panel (or modesty return) is a vertical panel running along the front face of a desk between the desk top and the floor, blocking the view of the seated user's legs from the front. It provides visual privacy in open or visitor-facing workspaces. Modesty panels are standard on most commercial desks and may include a cable pass-through cutout. OfficeFurniture2go.com desks include modesty panels as standard — call 1-800-460-0858.