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Proper Keyboarding Techniques

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VocabularyTerm Definition

technique The form and keying style that a typist uses while operating the keyboard.

touch method To key by touch rather by the hunt-and-peck method.

posture The way the typist sits, the way the typist’s arms, wrists, fingers, legs, and feet are placed.

work area Arrangement of the keyboard, copy, mouse, and other materials on the desk.

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Proper Postureand Technique

Sit up straight Feet flat on the floor Body centered in front of the computer Elbows naturally by side Fingers curved Wrists low, but not touching the keyboard Quick, snappy strokes

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Quick down and in motion of the thumb Right pinky used for the enter key; other fingers

remain on the home row Use the appropriate pinky for each shift key

Proper Posture and Technique--continued

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Keyboard directly in front of chair

Keyboard even with edge of desk/table.

Monitor adjusted for easy viewing.

Copy to type to the right of the keyboard (if applicable)

Work Area Arrangement