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Keyboarding Skills�

Objective 1.01:

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Implement proper

keyboarding techniques

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Essential Questions:

  • Why is proper typing technique important?

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  • What keyboarding techniques should be used when typing on a computer keyboard?

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Ergonomics

  • Ergonomics – the study of how a person’s work environment and tools affect the person

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    • Ergonomists design workspaces and tools that help people do their jobs and use their tools comfortably and safely

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    • Examples:

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Ergonomic keyboard and mouse

Ergonomic desk chair

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Keyboarding Posture and Technique

  • Posture – the way a typist:
    • sits while at the computer
    • the way the typist’s arms, wrists, fingers, legs, and feet are placed

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  • Technique – the form and keying style that a typist uses when operating the keyboard
  • Technique refers to:
    • where the typist positions his/her fingers on the keyboard
    • the way the workstation is arranged

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Proper Posture and Technique

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

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  • Make quick, snappy strokes on the keys

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  • Right pinky used for the Enter key; other fingers remain on the home row

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  • Use the appropriate pinky for each Shift key

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  • Keep your eyes on the copy (what you are typing from), not the keyboard or your fingers

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Proper Posture and Technique

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Effects of Poor Typing Technique

  • Fatigue

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  • Stiff or aching shoulders, back, or neck

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  • Numbness or pain in wrists, elbows, or fingers, which can lead to injuries (Repetitive Stress Injuries)
    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Trigger Finger

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Your Workstation

  • Workstation – the arrangement of the monitor, keyboard, mouse, copy, and other materials on the desk

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Workstation Arrangement

  • Keyboard directly in front of your chair

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  • Keyboard even with the edge of the table/desk

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  • Tilt the monitor for easy viewing

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  • Place the copy to the right of the keyboard

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  • Elevate your feet if they do not touch the floor

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Remember To…

  • Take frequent breaks
    • Rest your eyes
    • Stand and stretch or walk around

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  • Use keyboard shortcuts whenever possible to avoid constant use of the mouse
    • Ctrl+N = New document
    • Ctrl+S = Save

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