Speed Building
Exercises designed to increase your typing speed.
Speed Building
Time to increase your typing speed! Focus on rhythm and flow while maintaining accuracy.
Tips for Success
- Aim for a steady rhythm rather than bursts of speed
- If you're making mistakes, slow down slightly
- Good typists maintain 95%+ accuracy even at high speeds
- Practice daily for best results - even 10 minutes helps
Finger Placement Guide
Each key is colored by the finger that should press it. The home row keys (F and J) have small bumps to help you find them without looking.
You can always return to this guide by clicking "Learn" above
Common Bigrams
Practice typing common two-letter combinations (bigrams).
Common Trigrams
Practice typing common three-letter combinations (trigrams).
Short Sentences
Type these short sentences as quickly and accurately as you can.
Speed Challenge
Try to reach the target WPM with this paragraph.
WPM Benchmarks
Speed Building Tips
- Accuracy first: Focus on typing correctly before trying to type fast
- Consistent practice: 15-30 minutes daily is better than long sessions
- Don't look at your hands: Build muscle memory by touch typing
- Maintain good posture: Sit up straight with wrists elevated
- Take breaks: Rest your hands and eyes every 20-30 minutes
- Practice real content: Type articles, stories, or code to build practical speed
- Use all fingers: Proper technique is faster than using just a few fingers
What's Next?
Congratulations on completing all the lessons! Here's how to continue improving:
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