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Proper Finger Placement

The foundation of touch typing is the "Home Row". Your fingers should rest on the keys ASDF (left hand) and JKL; (right hand).

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Practice keeping your index fingers on F and J (the keys with the little bumps).

  • Left Pinky: A
  • Left Ring: S
  • Left Middle: D
  • Left Index: F
  • Right Index: J
  • Right Middle: K
  • Right Ring: L
  • Right Pinky: ;

Your thumbs should rest on the Spacebar.

Tips for Speed

  1. Don't look at the keyboard: This is the most important rule. Trust your muscle memory.
  2. Focus on accuracy first: Speed comes naturally with accuracy. If you make too many mistakes, you'll spend more time correcting them.
  3. Maintain good posture: Sit straight, keep your feet flat on the floor, and your elbows at a 90-degree angle.
  4. Practice regularly: Even 10 minutes a day is better than 1 hour once a week.