Touch typing lesson 14: f→b, j→n

Keys and finger movements

Keyboard layout: English US.

For the lower letter row, move the assigned finger down from its home key. Keep your wrist in line with your forearm and give the finger room to move.

• Left index finger: Move from F to B, then return to F.
• Right index finger: Move from J to N, then return to J.

Touch typing as a hobby

Touch typing is not a typical hobby, and that can be part of its appeal. Learning to type without looking at the keyboard is often seen as a practical activity, but it can also be enjoyable in its own right. It may not evoke the same excitement as sharing stories about a thrilling game or an engaging programming project with friends, but improving your typing can be satisfying.

Learning touch typing can be a personal challenge: you set yourself a goal and work towards mastering a useful skill. While the typing lessons may sometimes seem tedious, noticing steady progress and putting the skill to use can make the practice worthwhile. If you enjoy the rhythm of keystrokes and trying to type more fluently, touch typing can be a rewarding hobby.

A satisfying practice goal can be quite small: finishing a familiar reach without looking down, or getting through a troublesome letter pair without a pause. Pick something you can notice during this lesson. You can enjoy that improvement without needing a new speed record every time you sit at the keyboard.