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What is the best keyboard and mouse combination?

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Invest in a good, ergonomic keyboard along with a rollerbar mouse. When it comes to typing, ergonomics are very important.

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How can I learn typing on a keyboard?

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There are many free programs you can use online to help you learn where keys are and boost your speed. Check out typing.com, Keyword Curriculum, Coding Fundamentals, and Computer Basics.

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Should I practice every day?

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Yes, I would recommend that you practice every day. That will help you speed up your typing in no time!

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What happens if I type too fast and I mess up?

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Then you will have made a lot of mistakes and your work will look very sloppy. If you're doing something important, take your time with it, otherwise your boss, teacher, etc. will think you're careless. Also, proofread your work before handing it in.

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What is the most ergonomic position to have your hands in when learning keyboarding?

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Place your left hand with the pinky on the letter A, ring finger on the letter S, middle finger on the letter D and your index finger on the letter F. The thumb will rest on the spacebar. Place your right hand with the pinky on the button with the characters : and ; right besides the letter L, your ring finger goes on the letter L, middle finger on the letter K, and the index finger goes on the letter J. The thumb will naturally rest on the spacebar.

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Do I need to learn how to type fast the first time I learn?

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No, you should learn how to type correctly first, and then you should slightly increase your speed over time by practicing a lot.

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When I'm typing, should I look at what I'm copying down or what I'm typing on the screen?

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Your eyes should be looking at the screen as you type.

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Is this the only method I can use to type faster, and can it be used on other electronic devices like iPads?

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There are a lot of websites that can help you to learn how to type faster, even on phones or tablets.

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How do I type extremely fast on a keyboard if I only use two fingers?

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You won't be able to type as quickly as if you learned to touch-type and used all ten fingers, but the more you practice and do typing exercises with the two-finger method, the faster you'll get. Do be aware that when using the internet, lagging may sometimes slow down your typing speed rate.

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What if you press your index finger on the space bar instead of your thumb?

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It doesn't feel as natural. Also, your two thumbs don't have a base key; ideally, it's the space bar. It will also hinder you from typing fast because it'll keep you from starting a new word quickly.

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I can type up to 50-70 WPM and I am pre-teen. How is my typing speed?

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Your typing speed is excellent. If you're not making many typos or spelling mistakes as you type at your speed, that is fine. You don't have to increase your speed because it is fast enough already. Most people will only be able to type 10-40 WPM, which is slower than your average WPM.

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Why should I not look at the keyboard when trying to type fast?

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Looking at the keyboard can waste time by causing you to look, check, and then type. Whereas, touch typing relies on your spatial memory telling your fingers where the keys are on the same size board, which practice will make easy for you. If you change keyboards, to a smaller or larger one, you'll need to practice some more to allow this spatial memory to adjust to the new size but it won't take long.

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Why do I use a computer instead of a typewriter?

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A computer has the ability to store, retrieve, and process data. You may already know that you can use a computer to type documents, send email, play games, and browse the Web. You can also use it to edit or create spreadsheets, presentations, and even videos. And it is easy to fix mistakes on a computer, a lot harder with a typewriter.

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Can I learn typing faster by using the keyboard on my mobile phone?

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People can type almost as fast on a phone screen as they do on a computer keyboard. Average typing speeds on mobiles are now 38 words per minute (wpm) compared to about 52 on a standard PC keyboard.

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What are some free typing programs I could use to practice?

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Some examples include: ratatype.com; typingtest.com; typing.com; 10fastfingers.com; typingpal.com; and speedtypingonline.com. These are just some of the websites to practice with.

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I am doing a race in typing with my friends. I want to win but I am too nervous. What should I do?

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If you are good at it, don't be nervous. Reward something to yourself if you win. This will encourage you.

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