touch typing
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Definition
Noun: 1. A method of typing on a keyboard: Touch typing is a technique where a person types without looking at the keyboard. The typist uses muscle memory to know the location of each key, with each finger assigned to specific keys on the home row. 2. The skill of typing using this method: It refers to the proficiency or ability to type quickly and accurately using this technique, often allowing the typist to read source material and type simultaneously.
Usage
Touch typing is a valuable skill for increasing typing speed and accuracy, especially in data entry, transcription, and general computer use. - Learning touch typing can significantly improve your productivity. - The job requires proficiency in touch typing and word processing.
Examples
Advanced Usage
- "To be proficient in touch typing": To have a high skill level in this typing method.
- Candidates must be proficient in touch typing.
- "To learn/train in touch typing": To acquire this specific skill through practice or instruction.
- He trained in touch typing using online software.
Variants and Related Words
- Touch-type (verb): To type using the touch typing method.
- Can you touch-type this document?
- Touch-typist (noun): A person who types using the touch typing method.
- We are looking for an experienced touch-typist.
Synonyms
- Keyboard typing: The general act of typing on a keyboard.
- Ten-finger typing: Another term emphasizing the use of all fingers.
Related Phrases
- Home row: The central row of keys (ASDF JKL;) where fingers rest in touch typing.
- Keep your fingers on the home row for proper touch typing.
- Typing speed: The rate of typing, often measured in words per minute (WPM), a common metric for touch typing skill.
- Her typing speed improved after learning touch typing.
Noun
- typewriting in which the fingers are trained to hit particular keys; typist can read and type at the same time