Intro to Keyboarding

The Origin of Keyboarding

 It was first introduced by

using the finger to write on
sand.
Developed to the use of
feathers, slates and writing
with pen and paper.
• Christopher Shole- developed the “qwerty”
typewriter which could be used to bring out hand
written documents in printed form to make them
more legible & decent.
qwerty typewriter
 Typewriting

• TYPEWRITING- is the process of representing

spoken sound in printed form.
Types of Keyboarding Machines
Manual Type
– functions without electricity.

Electronic Type
- needs electricity to function.
THE KEYBOARD Alphanumeric Keys
 PARTS OF THE KEYBOARD
1. ALPHANUMERIC KEYS- contain letters of the alphabet, figures and
some symbols and it is divided into 6 rows.
2. FUNCTION KEYS- are designed to perform more advanced functions
to enhance the work on the personal computer.
- Located on the sixth row.
1. CONTROL KEYS- are used to move cursor to the left, right, up and
down within a text or among pages.
2. NUMERIC PAD- is used for easy entering of figures.
3. CURSOR KEYS- are used in scrolling on pages vertically and
horizontally.
The function keys –

Here are samples of common function keys and associated tasks:

 F1 - Get Help or visit Microsoft Office Online
 F5 - Find and replace
 F7 - Choose the Spelling command (Review tab)
 F8 - Usually used with LCD projector/dual monitor device.
 F10 -Show Key Tips
 F12 -Choose the Save As command (Microsoft Office Button)
 F keys are also used in combination with the Shift, Alt, and Ctrl
keys.
• Typewriter Keys

• Cursor Control Keys

- also called arrow keys, which move your text cursor in the direction of
the arrow.
• Numeric Keypad
- is used for easy entering of figures.
- similar to a calculator for entering numbers and doing mathematical operations
quickly and easily.
SUB PARTS OF A KEYBOARD:
• The Mouse
- used in feeding data into the personal computer.

• The Cursor- is a small character-size symbol displayed on the

screen. Serves as an indicator on the display screen that shows
the user the exact position within a document.
• The Alternate Key (Alt)
- is used with other keys to access software
options.

The Backspace Key- moves the cursor to the left

(backwards) and can also be used to delete already typed
words.
The Caps Lock Key- is used when you want to type all words
in capital letters.
The Delete Key- is used to delete text.
The Enter Key- returns the cursor to the next line of typing.
The Insert Key- allows the user to insert text without deleting
previously typed text.
The Left Shift Key- is used to capitalize letters keyed with the
right hand. It is also used in combination with other keys to
perform specific functions.
The Right Shift Key- is used to capitalize letters keyed with
the left hand.
The Space bar- is used to give space between letters or words.
The Tab Key- moves the cursor directly to a tap stop.
Locking Keys: these keys change how certain parts of the
keyboard respond and can make your task. Each key you click, a
small light will appear – usually on the top right of the keyboard.
To turn off a key, just click it again.

The Num Lock Key-Pressing this key activities the numeric

keypad at the right of the keyboard. Press the key
again to turn off the Num Lock
 
The Scroll Lock Key - Originally, it was meant to make the
arrow keys scroll the contents of a text window instead of
moving the cursor.
Helpful Keys
Windows key
- Shortcut for the start menu.

PrtScn/SysRq Print Screen

- pressing print screen will capture the entire screen,

while pressing the alt key in combination with print

screen will capture the currently selected window.
• Escape – shortcut in dialog boxes for No, Quit, Exit,
Cancel, or Abort, as well as a common shortcut key for the
Stop button in many web browsers.
Touch Typing- is a technique for typing quicker and
more accurately with all ten fingers without ever
having to look at the keyboard.
FINGER POSITIONS:
1. Put your left hand on keys ASDF
2. Put your right hand on keys JKL;
3. Let the thumbs rest lightly on the space bar
4. Keep your wrist straight and fingers lightly curled.
TIPS IN KEYBOARDING:
1. Keep your eyes on the keyboard.
2. Keep wrist up
3. Focus on accuracy
4. Relaxed posture
5. Taking breaks
 Type with Correct Posture

Tips for safe posture

• Keep your head up

• Lean slightly forward

• Center your body in front of the

keyboard

• Keep your feet flat on the floor or a

foot rest

• Keep you elbows close to your body

• Keep your wrists parallel to the

keyboard

• Keep your wrist off the computer

Position of the hands on the Computer
Keyboard