Typing Style - HP MP4 User Manual

Typing style

AVOID!
Avoid banging on the keys or using more force than the keys require.
TIPS
● Keep it light
If your typing is on the heavy side, teach yourself to lighten up. Press the keys more gently.
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"Hunt-and-peck" typing
Non-touch-typing causes the neck to bend forward. Learn how to touch-type so you do not need
to look down at the keyboard as often.
Observe your typing style and notice how you use your fingers and hands. Avoid keeping any
unnecessary tension in your thumbs and fingers. Observe whether you have a heavy touch or a light
touch while typing. Use the minimum amount of force needed to depress the keys.
RIGHT
Relax all of your fingers while typing and pointing; notice and release excess tension. This sounds
simple, but it may take repeated effort and attention to turn this into a good habit.
WRONG!
Do not hold unnecessary tension in any of your fingers - including those not touching keys or the pointing
device, as well as those actively typing or pointing.
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