Typing 1
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This document provides instructions for proper typing posture and technique. It discusses positioning the chair, hands, and monitor for ergonomic typing. The home row keys (ASDF and JKL;) should be learned first using the correct left and right hand fingers (index, middle, ring, and pinkie). Exercises are presented to practice these home row keys individually and together, focusing on using the right fingers without looking down at the keyboard. The next typing class will cover the top row keys.
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Typing 1
- 1. Typing I Presented by the Monroe County Public Library
- 2. Seat: Position the chair or bench the correct distance from the keyboard by sitting up straight with arms at sides and hands in lap. While in this natural and comfortable position, the student should lift the hands straight up and then measure how far the seat or keyboard should be moved to align fingers with the home keys with arms still in this natural position. (Benches work well with students because they generally dont slouch as they will do in a chair, but could be a bit dangerous to students who cant resist tipping them back.) From: http://www.cwu.edu/~setc/ldtech/docs/Keyboarding_Techniques.pdf
- 3. Hands and Wrists: Hands should be placed over the home keys at a natural angle. The angle should be the same as if the person was standing or walking with hands at their sides. Hand position should be symmetrical with wrists flat and relaxed, preferably not resting on the keyboard frame or counter. Resting the wrists definitely restricts finger movement and reach. The bump key should be identified along with correct finger placement. From: http://www.cwu.edu/~setc/ldtech/docs/Keyboarding_Techniques.pdf
- 4. Legs: Upper leg (thigh) position should be symmetrical (not crossed). Lower leg (from knees down) position doesnt seem to affect symmetry (crossing is okay). Head and eyes: Monitor should be positioned so eyes are looking straight ahead and neck straight, not bent too far forward or back. From: http://www.cwu.edu/~setc/ldtech/docs/Keyboarding_Techniques.pdf
- 5. Index fingers: F and J We are going to begin on the "Home Row", learning the F and J keys with your index fingers. Notice the raised bumps on these keys. These bumps allow you to find the home row without looking down at your keyboard. Use one of your thumbs for the space bar where spaces are needed. (From http://www/typingweb.com)
- 6. Middle fingers: K and D Now we are moving on to the D and K keys, using your middle fingers. (From http://www/typingweb.com)
- 7. Ring fingers: S and L Time to practice S and L using your ring fingers. (From http://www/typingweb.com)
- 8. Pinkie fingers: A and ; (semi colon) Using your pinkie finger you will now learn the A and ; keys. (From http://www/typingweb.com)
- 9. Index fingers: G and H The last letters of the Home Row require a small movement of your index fingers. Important: Always return your fingers to their start positions after typing a different letter! For now, that means return to the F and J keys. (From http://www/typingweb.com)
- 10. Now we are going to mix in all the Home Row keys. Really focus on remembering which fingers hit which keys, and DO NOT look down at your fingers! (From http://www/typingweb.com)
- 11. Continue to work through the exercises (there are 13 of them) until you reach the congratulations screen. If you run out of time today, you can catch up anytime before next weeks Typing II class. The remaining exercises stress patterns, repetition, and ensuring you are using the correct hand/finger for each key on the keyboard. If you want to redo any exercise for practice, you easily can! If you have any questions between today and next week, you can reach me at astroud@mcpl.info. Next week, you will learn about the top row of the keyboard (The letters: qwertyuiop)