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TP 101

This document discusses proper keyboard typing techniques and ergonomics. It provides guidelines for correct keyboard posture including sitting up straight with feet flat, elbows at sides, and fingers curved on home row keys. Improper techniques can lead to fatigue, injuries like carpal tunnel syndrome, while proper techniques increase speed, efficiency and prevent issues. Workstation setup should involve the keyboard directly in front and at table edge with copy to the right and feet supported if not flat on the floor. Frequent breaks and using keyboard shortcuts instead of the mouse are also recommended.

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TP 101

This document discusses proper keyboard typing techniques and ergonomics. It provides guidelines for correct keyboard posture including sitting up straight with feet flat, elbows at sides, and fingers curved on home row keys. Improper techniques can lead to fatigue, injuries like carpal tunnel syndrome, while proper techniques increase speed, efficiency and prevent issues. Workstation setup should involve the keyboard directly in front and at table edge with copy to the right and feet supported if not flat on the floor. Frequent breaks and using keyboard shortcuts instead of the mouse are also recommended.

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*Importance of keyboard typing techniques:

1. it increases keyboard speed and accuracy


2. it increases productivity and efficiency
3. it prevents repetitive stress, injuries and fatigue

*Keyboard typing techniques are used as:


1. computer literacy tool
2. communication tool
3. productivity tool

*Ergonomics - the study on how a person's work


environment affects the person
*Ergonomist - designs workspaces and tools that help
people to do their jobs and use their tools comfortably and
safely

*Keyboard posture and techniques


1. Sit while at the computer. Sit up straight
2. feet flat on the floor
3. body centered in front of the computer
4. elbows naturally by your side
5. fingers curved and upright
6. wrist low, but not touching the keyboard
7. make quick, snappy stroke on the keys
8. keep your fingers on the anchor keys(F and J)
9. right pinky used for the "enter"
10. other fingers remain on the home row keys
11. use the appropriate pinky for each shift key
12. keep your eyes on the monitor or copy, not the
keyboard or fingers

*Effects of poor typing techniques


1. Fatigue
2. Stiff/Aching shoulders, back or neck
3. Numbness or pain in wrists, elbows or fingers
4. Carpal tunnel syndrome-trigger finger

*Work Station arrangement


1. keyboard directly in front of your chair
2. keyboard even with the edge of the table/desk
3. place the copy to the right of the keyboard
4. elevate your feet if they do not touch the floor

*Remember to...
1. take frequent breaks(rest your eyes, shake out your
hands, stand and stretch)
2. use the keyboard shortcuts whenever possible to avoid
constant use of the mouse
3. have a good attitude and patience
4. practice

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