Typing Tips

Improve your typing speed and accuracy with these practical tips. Use TypingMonk regularly and apply these strategies to see steady progress.

Practice regularly

Consistency matters more than long sessions. Aim for 10–15 minutes of focused practice most days. Use our 1-minute and 3-minute tests for quick sessions, and longer tests when you have more time.

Focus on accuracy first

Speed builds naturally once accuracy is solid. Aim for 95%+ accuracy before pushing for higher WPM. Fixing mistakes as you go (or choosing "Final Only" error counting) helps you build good habits.

Use proper finger placement

Learn touch typing with the home row (ASDF and JKL;) and assign each finger to specific keys. Keep your fingers curved and use the correct finger for each key instead of pecking with one or two fingers.

Take breaks

Short, focused sessions beat long, tired ones. If your accuracy drops or your hands feel strained, take a break. Use the Dashboard to track consistency rather than marathon sessions.

Vary difficulty and duration

Use Easy and Medium for warm-ups and building confidence. Use Hard and Very Hard to push yourself. Mix 1–5 minute tests with longer ones (10–30 minutes) to build both speed and endurance.

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