How do I stop looking at the keyboard while typing?

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How do I stop looking at the keyboard while typing?

Detailed Answer

Step 1: Use a keyboard cover (or put a box over your hands). Step 2: Paint or tape over key legends (or use a blank keyboard). Step 3: Learn to find the F and J bumps by touch – practice locating them with eyes closed. Step 4: Use an on-screen keyboard display (e.g., in TypingClub) to see which key you're pressing, but do NOT look down. Step 5: Start with very simple drills (e.g., 'asdf jkl;') while staring at the screen. Step 6: If you cheat, restart the exercise. Step 7: Practice 10 minutes daily eyes-only; within 2 weeks, the urge to look disappears.

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What is touch typing?

Touch typing is the ability to type without looking at the keyboard. You rely on muscle memory – each finger has assigned keys, starting from the home row (ASDF for left hand, JKL;...

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How do I learn touch typing from scratch?

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