Let’s face it: the most popular keyboards aren’t necessarily the most ergonomic. This article in our “Curious Keyboards” series looks at designs that rearrange the keys or change the shape entirely to alleviate the annoyances of the traditional keyboard.

Learning to type, like any new skill, takes time. But just how much? The answer depends on a variety of factors. Find out what influences how long it takes to become a touch-typing master and get tips on how to develop your skills even faster.

The QWERTY keyboard is prevalent in the Americas and in several regions of Europe. The QWERTZ keyboard is used in German-speaking countries, while in France and Belgium, AZERTY is the norm. Why do these different keyboards exist?

Here is the compilation of our fun and educational keyboard facts posted on Facebook over the last year. Get your fill of anecdotes!

Which of the typing techniques listed in our ranking do you use? See if you have all the abilities of a keyboard whiz!

You can type emojis instead of selecting them from a list. Learn about the keyboard shortcuts you need to type them without using a mouse, and type even faster!

Have you ever tried typing with one hand? It’s hard to say whether keyboards designed for this use would increase your efficiency, but they will at least pique your curiosity. This is the second article in our "Odd Keyboards" series.

What is the difference between a mechanical and membrane keyboard? Can you name two types of keyboards without physical keys? Find the answers in this first article of the "Odd Keyboards" series!

Here is the compilation of our fun and educational keyboard facts posted on Facebook throughout the year. Get your fill of anecdotes!

Here are some simple exercises to reinvigorate you after spending a long time in front of the computer. Take the time to do them between two training activities: Your body will thank you and your attention will be renewed.

The average typing speed is around 40 words per minute. To achieve a high level of productivity, aim for 60 to 70 words per minute. Have a look at our tables presenting the different tiers according to age groups.

There’s more to consider than just price when you compare typing applications. Find out why it’s worth paying for a subscription.

Keyboard aces type uppercase letters with both hands. Type as they do by learning the recommended method and by following our tips for mastering typing with these large and beautiful letters in all circumstances, whether on your computer or your phone.

Do you homeschool? Discover how learning a good typing method can be of great benefit to your children and to you too.

Between the lockdown, closures and alternating days at school, online classes are playing an ever more important role in teaching. To help you out, here are a few tips to make your experience more productive and less tiring.

Producing subtitles requires mastery of the keyboard. Subtitlers are often paid based on the length of a video, not on the number of hours worked. That’s why professionals who transcribe dialogue for TV shows, movies and videos have a whole bag of tricks for typing at full speed! Here are three pieces of advice inspired by these keyboard wizzes.

If you are looking for educational activities so that your students can keep learning from home, you’ll be happy to know that Typing Pal is accessible off school grounds. The online application allows students to learn and improve their typing technique while having fun at the same time. What’s more, it equips teachers with powerful tools to supervise their group and customize their training program.

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Whether you use a Mac or a PC, a good way to save time is to use keyboard shortcuts when typing. Even if it might seem difficult to remember them all, the initial time investment is well worth your while. You will type more quickly and also avoid injuries linked with repeated use of a mouse. What’s not to like?

Whether you work on a computer every day or only use one a couple of times a week, a good cleaning never hurts.

At the beginning of the 1930s, American researchers August Dvorak and William Dealey decided to create a more ergonomic alternative to the QWERTY keyboard. They place the comfort of the user at the centre of their work. The Dvorak layout (Dvorak Simplified Keyboard or DSK) was born and was then adapted for languages other than English.

It’s very easy to acquire bad habits when you are learning to type. Watch out for these five!

How do you type on the computer? Do you use all your fingers or just your index fingers? With the help of the tips below and a little practice, anyone can acquire a good typing method!