Typing lesson 9: s→w   l→o

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Left-hand typing rules for lesson 9

The character "w" can be typed by pressing the key "W" while holding the keys Alt and Shift. We press the keyboard key "W" by moving the finger from the key "S" to "W".

After typing the letters, the left-hand fingers should naturally return to their base position in the keyboard home row (where the CapsLock key is located).

Right-hand typing for lesson 9

The character "o" can be typed by pressing the key "O" while holding the keys Alt and Shift. We press the keyboard key "O" by moving the finger from the key "L" to "O".

After typing the letters, the right-hand fingers should naturally return to their base position on the keyboard.

Let me share some fun facts and thoughts regarding touch typing.

Distractions when learning touch typing

Learning touch typing for fast keyboard proficiency is a valuable skill that can significantly enhance your efficiency and productivity. However, distractions can easily creep in, hindering your learning progress. Distractions disrupt your efforts in touch typing and can interfere with various other aspects of your life, including work and tasks that are not so enjoyable. Students often experience moments of diverted attention during less engaging learning experiences, like studying a subject that will probably be useless in professional work. Fortunately, learning touch typing is not quite the same. It is a skill with lifelong benefits, applicable today, tomorrow, and years later. So, how can you manage distractions? When you are in front of the computer screen, engrossed in your touch typing lessons, consider muting notifications and setting a timer, say 25 minutes, during which your sole focus is mastering the keyboard. By implementing such strategies, you can minimize distractors and make the most of your touch typing learning, a skill that will serve you well throughout your life.