t and y — the longest reach
You learn the t and the y: the longest reach of your index fingers, diagonally up and inwards.
How to find the key
- Reach with your left index finger from the f diagonally up to the t.
- Reach with your right index finger from the j diagonally up to the y.
- Take your time: this is the longest step.
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A worked example
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- Rest your index fingers on the bumps.
- Reach up and to the right with your left index finger, from the f to the t.
- Tap it three times and go back.
- Press the space bar.
- Reach up and to the left with your right index finger, from the j to the y.
More examples
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- Tap the t with your left index finger.
- Tap the y with your right index finger.
- Return to the bumps each time.
try yet
- Type try: the t, then the r, then the y.
- Press the space bar.
- Type yet: the y, then the e, then the t.
Watch out
You move your whole hand to reach the t.
Only your finger reaches. Your other fingers stay on the home row.
Tips
- Both the t and the y are on the index finger side of the keyboard.
- This is the longest reach: slowly is fine.
Why it works
The t and the y are not straight above the bumps. They are one key inwards as well. It is the longest step you take, so it asks for time. Go slowly and your finger finds it.