Airport security is a point of contention for many travelers, as they navigate TSA regulations among a sea of other flustered passengers. When we’re stressed, tired, or rushed, it’s only human nature to forget all common sense as adrenaline takes over, and the next thing we know, we’re watching our carry-on move to the other side of the conveyor belt, flagged for further inspection. While your bag may be flagged as part of a random security measure, the majority of the time, it gets flagged due to human error.

The number one reason your luggage is likely to be flagged is because of a misplaced laptop, says Caleb Harmon-Marshall, a former TSA agent who now runs the travel newsletter Gate Access . “Although you can now keep your laptops in your bags at select airports, whether you have TSA PreCheck or not, I like bags that let you easily remove your laptop if needed,” adds Harmon-Marshall.…