Introduction to Touch Typing and Ergonomics

These flashcards cover the key concepts, advantages, types of errors, ergonomic principles, and exercises related to touch typing learned in the lecture.

What is touch typing?

A typing method that allows for faster and more accurate typing using all ten fingers without looking at the keyboard.

What are the home keys in touch typing?

The home keys are A, S, D, F, G, H, J, K, L, where fingers are initially positioned.

Name one advantage of touch typing.

Increased speed due to efficient use of all fingers.

How does touch typing improve accuracy?

By mastering finger placements and home keys, typists minimize errors.

What does ergonomic design aim to achieve?

Maximize comfort, efficiency, and safety in the workspace.

What is the 20-20-20 rule?

Every 20 minutes, look at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds to reduce eye strain.

What are common typing errors?

Misspellings, incorrect characters, omitted characters, extra characters, wrong case, punctuation errors, and transposed characters.

How do you measure errors in typing?

Errors can be counted as a percentage of total words typed or in errors per minute.

Why is maintaining proper posture important while typing?

To enhance typing efficiency and prevent discomfort or injury.

What exercise can help reduce tension in wrists?

Wrist flexor stretch and wrist extensor stretch.

What should be the ideal position of the monitor?

At eye level, about 18-24 inches away, to maintain a neutral neck position.

How often should you take breaks while typing?

Every 20 to 30 minutes to stand, stretch, and move.