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Finger map and home position

Use 4‑5‑6 for index, 1‑2‑3 for ring/middle, and 7‑8‑9 for middle/ring. Keep a light touch.

Learn number positions

Drill patterns

Practice columns (7‑4‑1, 8‑5‑2, 9‑6‑3) then diagonals. Finish with realistic sequences.

Custom number drills

10‑key speed set

  • 2×30s columns → rest 20s
  • 2×30s diagonals → rest 20s
  • 2×45s mixed sequences with decimal and numpad enter

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