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Top Row Keys

Learn to master the top row keys to expand your typing capabilities.


Top Row Overview

  • The top row contains: Q W E R T Y U I O P
  • Reach up from the home row position to type these keys

Left Hand Keys

  • Q - Left pinky finger
  • W - Left ring finger
  • E - Left middle finger
  • R - Left index finger
  • T - Left index finger

Right Hand Keys

  • Y - Right index finger
  • U - Right index finger
  • I - Right middle finger
  • O - Right ring finger
  • P - Right pinky finger

Practice Tips

  • Practice reaching up from home position without looking
  • Start with common words that combine home and top row keys
  • Keep your wrists elevated while reaching for top row keys
  • Return to home position immediately after typing top row keys