Key alphabetic, numeric, and symbol information.

Keying should include use of a touch system and techniques such as

  • keeping eyes on copy, even when making reaches
  • keeping feet on the floor
  • keeping wrists low, not touching the desk or computer
  • keeping fingers curved and upright on home keys
  • maintaining erect posture
  • keeping in rhythm, without pausing between key strokes
  • maintaining accuracy
  • maintaining an instructor-specified typing speed, designed to meet an industry-standard goal, if applicable.