Transcript Proper Keyboarding Technique

Introduction to Keyboarding
Using Good Technique
What is Keyboarding?
 The ability to enter text by using the correct
fingers without looking at the keys (aka-touch typing).
 Having adequate keyboarding skills will enable you
to use the computer more effectively and be more
productive.
 We will continue to practice and develop your skills;
as well as, improve your speed and accuracy.
The Keyboard Layout
 The central portion that consists of the
alphanumeric keys
 A smaller section to the right contains the numeric
keypad
 A small set of function and directional keys between
the letters and the numeric keypad
 A row of function keys across the top used for
computer commands
The Keyboard Arrangement
The most common arrangement
of keyboards is the QWERTY
keyboard.
Technique
 Maintain good posture
 Keep your body centered with the G/H keys
 Keep your wrists low but not touching the keyboard or
table
 Use correct fingering based on the home row keys keeping
fingers curved and upright
 Key at a steady pace
 Keep your copy at your side
 Keep your eyes on your copy
 Stay on task and have a positive attitude toward improving
your technique
Ergonomics
The science of designing equipment and
workspace for a comfortable and safe
working environment.
Well, maybe not quite this comfy.
Ergonomic Tips
 Top 1/3 of monitor should be at
eye level
 Elbows & knees should be
positioned at 90-110 degrees
 Sit up straight, but relaxed
 Feet should be supported
 Sit at least 24 inches away from
the monitor
 Wrists should be in a neutral
position while typing or using the
mouse
 Take frequent breaks
 Avoid glare on the computer
screen
Body Position
Sit up straight
Face keyboard with body centered
Sit at a comfortable distance from the
keyboard
Feet flat on the floor, slightly apart
Arm Position
Hang elbows naturally near the sides of the
body
Hold forearms parallel to the slant of the
keyboard
Align keyboard with the edge of the desk
Hand Position
Fingers curved and upright
Tips of fingers lightly touching keys
Hands are still while fingers reach
Wrists and palms are low, off the keyboard
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
What is CTS?
It is the entrapment of the median nerve in the carpal tunnel.
CTS occurs due to the swelling of the median nerve or the tendons
of the wrist.
What causes CTS?
It occurs from using the computer for hours without proper
body posture and improper techniques.
What are the symptoms of CTS?
Pain- tingling – numbness in
the thumb, index, and middle
fingers – weakness and swelling
of the wrist and hand
DeQuervain’s Disease
DeQuervain’s Disease is an overuse injury of
the
thumb extensor tendons. It often occurs from
repetitive tapping of the space bar.
Eyes
Off of the keyboard at all times.
Either on the screen or what you are
typing from.
Homerow Keys
Right Ring
Right Pinky
Right Middle
Left Pinky
Left Ring
Left Middle
Left Index
Thumbs
Right Index
;
k
l
j
f
d
s
a
;
L
K
J
F
D
S
A
Keystroking
Hold anchors while reaching to the upper
and lower keys
Fingers are slightly curved over home row
position
Make quiet, direct reaches with quick
return to home row
Maintain an even keystroking pace
Correct Fingering
Key each key with the correct finger
Notice diagonal design of the keyboard
Spacing
Key the space bar with the thumb of the
right hand
Sweeping motion, into the palm of the right
hand
Line Spacing Review
Standard Paper Size: 8 ½ x 11 inches
There are 66 lines per page.
Six lines equals one vertical inch.
Line Spacing: the spacing
between lines of text
Single Spacing (SS)-Enter one time
Double Spacing (DS)-Enter two times
Triple Spacing (TS)-Enter three times
Quadruple Spacing (QS)-Enter four times
Shift
Shift with the correct finger
Hold shift key down while striking key with
the opposite hand
Immediately return finger to home row
after releasing shift
Return/Enter
Use little finger of right hand to strike the
enter key
Immediately return finger to home row
after releasing enter
Keep j finger anchored
A quote to leave you with…
“I am trying to get the hang of this new fangled writing
machine, but I am not making a shining success of it.
However, this is the first attempt I ever have made,
and yet I perceive that I shall soon & easily acquire a fine
facility in its use…One chiefly needs swiftness in banging
the keys…”
(Mark Twain’s first typewritten letter. December 9, 1874)