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01.00 Use the touch method in operating the keyboard and numeric keypad
Objectives 1.01 Implement proper keyboarding techniques
Proper Postureand Technique
Sit up straight Feet flat on the floor Body centered in front of the computer Elbows naturally by side Fingers curved Wrists low, but not touching the keyboard Quick, snappy strokes
Quick down and in motion of the thumb Right pinky used for the enter key; other fingers
remain on the home row Use the appropriate pinky for each shift key Examine the keyboard carefully to form a mental
picture of the layout. (You will memorize the entire keyboard.)
Proper Posture and Technique--continued
Keep your eyes on the copy (what you are typing from, not the keyboard and your fingers)
Place your fingers on the center of each key with the fingers slightly curved
Strike keys firmly and release them quickly Do not worry about correcting errors when
working on building speed
Proper Posture and Technique--continued