5 Typing Tips for Beginners

Learning to type faster and more accurately is one of the best skills you can build — whether you're a student, freelancer, or office worker. Here are five practical tips to help you get started:

1. Focus on Accuracy First

Don’t worry about speed in the beginning. Concentrate on hitting the right keys. Once accuracy becomes second nature, speed will naturally follow.

2. Practice a Little Every Day

Typing is like learning an instrument. Just 5–10 minutes a day is enough to build muscle memory over time.

3. Use All Your Fingers

Try to keep your fingers on the home row (ASDF / JKL;) and avoid "hunt-and-peck" typing. It might feel slower at first, but it pays off in the long run.

4. Look at the Screen, Not the Keyboard

This is key to touch typing. Force yourself to look only at the screen — even if you make mistakes at first.

5. Track Your Progress

Use typing tests (like the ones on this site) to measure your WPM and accuracy over time. It's motivating to see your improvement!

Want to test your current speed? Try a 1-minute typing test here.

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