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.
- Sit up straight
- Arms near side and wrist straight
- Each finger rests on a particular key in the home row of the keyboard when not typing, in order to keep "grounded" and oriented at all times. The home keys (ASDF JKL; ) are outlined in yellow on the above diagram. The thumbs remain in the air, or very gently in contact with the keys below.
- Each finger is responsible for a vertical column of keys, which you can think of as a "home column". The column is not straight up and down, but rather slopes up to the left.
- Both index fingers are responsible for an additional column, the one next to their home columns towards the middle of the keyboard.
- The thumbs are used for the space bar, and depending on the shape of your keyboard can also be used for the "command" (Apple computers) or "Windows" (PCs) key.
- The left-hand pinky is also responsible for all the keys to the left of its home column, including the left shift key, caps lock, tab, tilde, escape and others.
- The right-hand pinky is a real workhorse, covering everything to the right of its home column.
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In typing a document, what should be the viewing distance of my eyes to monitor, and what should be the angle of my body to avoid eye problem and backpain?
ReplyDeleteThe distance of the monitor from your eyes should be 16 to 30 inches and your body should be 90° angle.To avoid eye problem tilt the top of the monitor away from you at a 10- to 20-degree angle. This will enable you to create an optimum viewing angle. :)
DeleteSir based on your experience what should we do to enhance more our typing skill?
ReplyDeletePractice. Get used to the home keys work to the point where you do not need to look at both what you are typing, or your fingers on the keyboard. Practice makes perfect!
Deleteyes practice always ate ! FC i understand these basic skill by pressing the homerow keys :D
DeleteWhat is the average typing speed?
ReplyDeleteGenerally, a typing speed of 40 WPM (Words Per Minute) is considered an average typing speed. :)
DeleteSir, sino po nag set ng mga letters sa keyboard or nag design ng keyboard?
ReplyDeleteHis name is Christopher Latham Sholes , an American inventor who invented the QWERTY keyboard and considered as Father of typewriter 😁
Deletethank you sir for the info :D
Deletewelcome! :)
Deletesir, bakit hindi po naka alphabetical order ang mga letters sa keyboard?
ReplyDeleteThe reason dates back to the time of manual typewriters. When first invented , they had keys arranged in an alphabetical order, but people typed so fast that the mechanical character arms got tangled up. So the keys were randomly positioned to actually slow down typing and prevent key jams. The QWERTY keyboards were made so one could type using keys from the top row of the keyboard. This random arrangement became standard.
DeleteIt's funny to think that "people typed so fast.. back to the time" because of an alphabetical arranged keyboard and now there are many who takes a hard time to practice the proper keyboarding :D Sir, now that mechanical issues aren't that alarming because of advanced technology, would you like to try again the alphabetical arranged keyboard?
DeleteAs for me, no. People are so used to QWERTY keyboards and pads and I think it would be so hard to change it.
DeleteHi matthew! since i'm more familiar with the QWERTY keyboard my answer is NO :)
DeleteSir, do i need to apply proper keyboarding when playing games?
ReplyDeleteIdeally, YES you should, to avoid over fatigue of your finger joints especially if you play for a lengthy period of time. Proper keyboard techniques were designed to have a more convenient and efficient experience of using your computer.
DeleteSir, Which is more important: Speed or Accuracy? Which should I concentrate on?
ReplyDelete11-B
Accuracy.
DeleteIf you type 10% faster than average but make 15% more mistakes because of lack of accuracy, your speed is useless.
Learn to be accurate first then improve speed. :)
How much time each day should we spend on keyboard instruction?
ReplyDelete11-B
I suggest 15-30minutes/day :)
DeleteIs there a application in computer that can help us practicing from proper techniques, and what are the sites so that I can download it on my pc? is it free?
ReplyDelete11-B
Hi! Luckily, there are a number of great and free online typing programs such as Keybr, 10FastFingers, BBC Dance Mat Typing :)
DeleteDonald, here's the link
DeleteKEYBR- http://www.keybr.com/#!practice
10FastFingers -http://10fastfingers.com/typing-test/english#
BBC Dance Mat Typing- http://www.bbc.co.uk/guides/z3c6tfr
I hope this could help you!
I always try my best to do the proper keyboarding but I don't know why my fingers can't bear on it it feels like my hands is freezing. what are the tips should i do??
ReplyDeleteI suggest Stretching,
DeleteWhen your wrists get stiff from typing,grab your fingers with one hand and stretch out your arm to full length and pull on your fingers back slowly then, stretch your fingers by opening and closing them, bend your hands back and forth, and rotate your wrists. if you feel a little sore on the fingers or knuckles, just put your arms up high, and wriggle your fingers (only do this if your fingers feel sore. ) and if your knuckles hurt just put your left hand into a fist and do the same with the right. With the bottom of your left fist, tap the knuckles on your right hand and vice versa. :)
Sir, what is the technique behind good typing ability?
ReplyDelete11-B
Apply ALL the Proper Keyboarding Techniques, Practice, practice and practice ;)
DeleteSir, aren't we supposed to do whatever makes us comfortable instead of doing these techniques that sometimes maybe isn't right or good for us?
ReplyDelete11-B
You can do whatever you want but be ready for the consequences of not following the proper keyboarding techniques like MSD- Musculoskeletal disorders..
DeleteFor more info about MSD,
please read my blog about Ergonomics :)
Link here- https://edpluggedin.blogspot.com/p/blog-page_53.html
Sir is it really important to learn this gestures? What if this proper gestures makes us uncomfortable? Or we just do what we want or what gesture we are comfortable of?
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely Yes! it's important to learn and APPLY this gestures/techniques.. If this techniques makes you uncomfortable, just practice, it takes time to be comfortable with it. Anyway, You can do whatever you want but be ready for the consequences of not following the proper keyboarding techniques like MSD- Musculoskeletal disorders..
DeleteFor more info about MSD,
Deleteplease read my blog about Ergonomics :)
Link here- https://edpluggedin.blogspot.com/p/blog-page_53.html
I'm not good at typing but with this basic knowledge I know I can do this someday haha because I believed that practice makes perfect. Thank you sir :)
ReplyDeleteWelcome Gracile! Patience lang PATIENCE :D
DeleteSir , is there any other reason why students cannot or do follow the proper keyboarding and just type on keyboard using their own way of typing aside from they are not skillful in it.
ReplyDeleteI think the reason why students cannot or do follow the proper keyboarding and just type on keyboard using their own way of typing is because they always do improper keyboarding and become their habit and they feel uncomfortable with the proper keyboarding techniques. :)
DeleteSir example i have a shop/computershop . can i reccomend to the costumers these proper techniques ?
ReplyDeleteWhy not? you can recommend to your customers the proper keyboarding techniques and tell them about the negative effects of not following the proper keyboarding techniques but don't expect them to obey you because in the first place, they payed for the computer fee and always remember "the customer is always right". :)
DeleteSir, am I really required to do this techniques? But thanks for the information anyway.
ReplyDeleteYou can do whatever you want but be ready for the consequences of not following the proper keyboarding techniques like MSD- Musculoskeletal disorders..:)
Deleteby the way, pls. include your Full Name & Sec for recording purposes thanks!
DeleteSir, Is it really important to know and use the proper keyboarding?
ReplyDeleteYes, it's important to know and apply the proper keyboarding. It takes is a little practice to un-learn bad typing habits, and before you know it, you will have cultivated the proper typing techniques to increase your speed and accuracy in no time. :)
DeleteSir , Is there something you can suggest for those students to have interest to learn how to use proper keyboarding and proper posture position ? Can you cite some thoughts or ideas to make it more interesting and likely to use ?
ReplyDeleteHi Jenny! You can practice with a lot of typing games.
DeleteI suggest this websites where you can learn how to conquer the keyboard and have fun at the same time. Type racer,Keybr, 10FastFingers, BBC Dance Mat Typing :)
here's the link
DeleteType racer- http://play.typeracer.com/
KEYBR- http://www.keybr.com/#!practice
10FastFingers -http://10fastfingers.com/typing-test/english#
BBC Dance Mat Typing- http://www.bbc.co.uk/guides/z3c6tfr
I hope this could help you!
Sir, we all know that we are all varies in hand sizes, just like me. They said it helps me to type faster because of my big hands but actually it is hard for me to type because i push random buttons unintentionally, so sir do you have any tips or recommended techniques or keyboard types for me to type in a proper way with no hesitation?
ReplyDeleteFirst memorize the home row keys next the alphanumeric keys and after that don't look at the keys when you type. Just slide your fingers around until they find the home row marking.
DeleteLimit your hand and finger movement only to what is necessary to press a specific key. Keep your hands and fingers close to the base position. This improves typing speed and reduces stress on the hands! :)
Sir, about the pinky finger on the right hand. Is it the only one or the allowed one to press all of the keys on the right side of the keyboard?
ReplyDeleteThe Right pinky are responsible for the most keys on the keyboard.
DeleteThe following are the keys to be pressed by right pinky finger.
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P
; :
? /
- _
[ {
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Right Shift
+ =
] }
Backspace
\ |
Enter
Right Ctrl
Nice question, Jeremie!
sir how long it will take to become expert in typing ergonomics?
ReplyDeletethe more you practice, the more you become an expert :)
DeleteI agree that it is a need to know and use the proper keyboard techniques for fast end result of a project, documents etc.
ReplyDeleteThanks for this Sir.
I will practice using this technique.
Good! :)
DeleteWho is the first person who studied about proper keyboarding? Why is it the letters in the keyboards are not alphabetically arranged?
ReplyDeleteUnfortunately the first person who studied about proper keyboarding is not researchable, About the arrangement of letters,I already answered that question please read the previous comments :) God bless :)
DeleteHi sir! Thank you for your very informative blogs. Sir may I ask if there is any alternative proper hand keyboarding aside from this?
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ALL proper techniques are given in my blog, you can also get some techniques by reading the comment section.. Thanks!
Deletesir pano po yung mga komang yung kamay nakaka apekto po ba yung komang nila sa typing skills po nila ?
ReplyDeleteI don't think so, because faulty-handed can also put their fingers in a proper position :)
Deletegood day sir.. what should be the great practice to enhance keyboarding???
ReplyDeletearaw arawin mo lang marga ung pag tatype ng proper para masanay ka at sa huli magaling kana parang paglalakad lang yan nung bata kapa sa simula d ka makatayo pero sa bandang huli nakakatakbo kna :):)
DeleteYou can practice with a lot of typing games.
DeleteI suggest this websites where you can learn how to conquer the keyboard and have fun at the same time. Type racer,Keybr, 10FastFingers, BBC Dance Mat Typing :)
Nice answer jherald! :)
Deletemapagpalang umaga sir:) sirr ano po ung mapapayo nyo sa mga taong may phobia s keyboad?????
ReplyDeleteOvercoming what frightens you the most strengthens you the most. :)
DeleteSir,I am more comfortable in typing without applying proper keyboarding, because it is more easy for me. Is it okay?
ReplyDeleteHi marinel! Getting rid of your bad typing habits is probably the hardest thing to do but to learn the proper keyboarding techniques you should break that habit immediately and practice the proper keyboarding techniques. :)
DeleteIs there any health risk that we can encounter if we dont apply proper keyboarding?
ReplyDeleteYes! For more info read my blog about Ergonomics :
Deletehttps://edpluggedin.blogspot.com/p/blog-page_53.html
sir, can you give us some tips on how to learn proper keyboarding easily?
ReplyDeletei already answered that question please read the previous comments :) God bless
DeleteSir, what can you suggest to the students that thinks that proper keyboarding is difficult to apply?
ReplyDeletePractice,practice and practice! :)
DeleteSir nakakatulong ba ang Proper Keyboarding sa pag papabilis at pagiging accurate mo sa pagtatype? ^^
ReplyDeleteAbsoultely yes, Without working on a proper positioning and typing habit, one cannot achieve high typing speeds while maintaining acceptable accuracy levels.
DeleteBakit po ang hirap i-apply ng proper keyboarding, is it okay kung di nasusunod ang proper keyboarding?
ReplyDeleteLet me repost your classmate comment:
Delete"Well, proper keyboarding will take some time to be learned and to be mastered. But what's good about this is it help us to be more professional in using the keyboard and at the same time, this will avoid us in such things that will harm us as an individual. As far as proper keyboarding is concerned, always be patience in things we're doing. It may take some time and hardships for us to perfect it, but in the end it is us who will be benefited of it. Have patience, have faith. :)" -Archie Denece Gajardo
It is so helpful to know or learn this proper keyboarding but it takes time to learn and apply it. Can you give some advice for us to be able to apply it easily without taking too much time? Thank you :)
ReplyDeleteHi Sam! You can practice with a lot of typing games.
DeleteI suggest this websites where you can learn how to conquer the keyboard and have fun at the same time. Type racer,Keybr, 10FastFingers, BBC Dance Mat Typing :)
sir, does it necessary for teachers to learn the proper keyboarding?
ReplyDeleteYes, especially if you're a computer major :)
DeleteSir, Do you think all people worldwide use or follow the proper keyboarding?
ReplyDeleteI don't think so, sa "TUPC-INTEL" pa lang e hhehee :)
Deleteit really helps me to know more about proper keyboarding. Sir what are the tips you can give us to easily type in proper?
ReplyDeletePractice,practice and practice! :)
DeleteSir what if we are not doing the proper keyboarding but we are more faster and we are not also looking at the keyboard while typing is that acceptable?
ReplyDeleteSince you are not applying the proper keyboarding techniques,
Deletesorry it is not acceptable :) you should break that bad typing habit immediately :)
Hello sir, does keyboarding techniques only applicable for alphanumeric keys? How about the other keys? Such as function keys and numeric keypads? Thank you
ReplyDeleteSHS - SECTION B
aside from control keys, all keys that are not included in typing keys are not necessarily assigned to a specific finger for pressing them. Instead, you can use whichever finger is easiest or most comfortable for reaching and pressing those keys but it does'nt mean that you should set aside the proper posture when using numeric,navigation,and function keys. :)
DeleteHi! Pls. specify your name for recording purposes :)
DeleteGoodeve sir! it seems that allot of questions have been asked and allot of it is already been answered and cleared. i just want to add this, since I'm just starting to learn the basics.. is it possible to work on my own practices and techniques on typing on a keyboard without following the proper way of typing.. i'm not saying that there should be no proper way but.. my point is, How about I do it my way? Thankyou sir! :)))
ReplyDeleteHi ralfh! Getting rid of your bad typing habits is probably the hardest thing to do but to be learn the proper keyboarding techniques you should break that habit immediately and practice the proper keyboarding techniques. :)
DeleteWhat if the person using the computer is nearsighted, how she/he will have the proper posture?
ReplyDeleteTo have the proper posture if that's the case, contact lenses & eyeglasses are the solution these provide different powers or strengths throughout the lens to allow for clear vision in the distance and up close :)
DeleteProper Keyboarding really helps to ease the task. By used of this method, you will find your work and personal life to become much more productive.
ReplyDeleteAnd also as you learn the proper postures your energy levels will stay consistent throughout the day. Touch typing isn’t just about increasing your typing speed and reducing errors, it’s about adopting healthy computer habits to reduce the risk of injury and provide increased comfort! Thanks for commenting! :)
DeleteI can now have a guide to practice my keyboarding techniques that will help me to do my school stuffs fast. Thank you for the info. sir. :)
ReplyDelete11-B
welcome cathy! :)
DeleteGood Afternoon Sir, Why do we need to practice the proper keyboarding? why not stay to the way we used to..
ReplyDelete11 - B
sir i am comfortable with my typing ways,why is proper keyboarding is being thought when we are not comfortable in it? Smile :)
ReplyDeleteHi sir Ed :)
ReplyDeleteWhy we need to use proper keyboarding ? -11 B<3
Thanks for the info sir :) Sana Mamaster ko na ang pagpaproper keyboarding :) -11 B<3
ReplyDeleteThanks for the info sir :) Sana Mamaster ko na ang pagpaproper keyboarding :) -11 B<3
ReplyDeleteHi sir Ed :)
ReplyDeleteWhy we need to use proper keyboarding ? -11 B<3
Sir bakit ang hirap mag proper keyboarding? :( parang nakakangawit po sa kamay, orsadyangi lang po sanay? Sana mamaster ko din yan.
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Sir bakit ang hirap mag proper keyboarding? :( parang nakakangawit po sa kamay, orsadyangi lang po sanay? Sana mamaster ko din yan.
ReplyDelete-DANTIC, LEONA ALEXIS B.
GRADE 11- EINSTEIN