How to Increase Typing Speed: 8 Practical Tips
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Typing speed improves fastest with correct technique and short, regular practice. Accuracy comes first; speed follows.
Learn touch typing
Keep fingers on the home row (ASDF and JKL;) and use the bumps on F and J to find position without looking.
Practice daily
Ten to fifteen minutes a day works better than one long session per week. Track your words per minute and accuracy.
More tips
Sit upright with wrists level. Do not look at the keyboard. Slow down when you make many mistakes. Practice common words and punctuation, not just letters.
Frequently asked questions
What is a good typing speed?
Around 40 words per minute is a common average; 60–80 is considered fast for most office work.