What Are Some Good Typing Programs?

by | Last updated on January 24, 2024

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  • Typing.com.
  • TypingClub.
  • Typesy.
  • KeyBlaze.
  • RataType.
  • NCHSoftware.
  • Typing Master.
  • Rapid Typing Tutor.

What is the number 1 typing game?

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Typefighters

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Singleplayer

: Yes (Play against A.I.) By far the most traditional typing game on this list, Typefighters takes a well-worn idea and does it well.

Which software is used mostly for typing text?


Microsoft Word

is the most widely used word processing software according to a user tracking system built into the software. Microsoft estimates that roughly half a billion people use the Microsoft Office suite, which includes Word.

How can I start typing faster?

  1. Do not rush when you just started learning. Speed up only when your fingers hit the right keys out of habit.
  2. Take your time when typing to avoid mistakes. The speed will pick up as you progress.
  3. Always scan the text a word or two in advance.
  4. Pass all typing lessons at Ratatype.

What are the best free typing programs?

  • Rapid Typing Tutor.
  • KeyBlaze Free Typing Tutor.
  • Speed Typing Online.
  • Typing Bolt.
  • Typing.com.
  • TypingClub.
  • Touch Typing Study.
  • Typing.io.

Where can I learn to type for free?

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  • Typing.com.
  • Typing Club.
  • Typing Study.
  • Speed Typing Online.
  • GCFLearnFree.

How can I practice typing?

  1. Learn to touch type. Touch typing is a typing technique in which you always use the same finger to type each key, without looking at the keyboard. …
  2. Minimize your hand movements and physical effort. …
  3. Practice typing for accuracy, not speed. …
  4. Visualize as you type. …
  5. Maintain your focus on typing.

What is a good wpm?

End goal — adult Characters per minute Words per minute Above-average speed 225 cpm or more 45 wpm or more Appropriate speed 275 cpm or more

55 wpm

or more
Productive speed 325 cpm or more 65 wpm or more High speed 350 cpm or more 70 wpm or more

What are some free typing games?

  • Dance Mat Typing. …
  • Keyboard Climber 2. …
  • The Typing of the Ghosts. …
  • KeyMan. …
  • Alpha Munchies. …
  • Type-a-Balloon. …
  • Typing Ninja.

Is dictation faster than typing?

Short answer:

Dictation is faster

. … “The average US physician could reduce documentation time by about seven hours per week by switching from typing to dictation.” Speech recognition software can easily transcribe over 150 words per minute (WPM), while the average doctor types around 30 WPM.

How do I turn on voice typing?

  1. From a Home screen, navigate: Apps icon > Settings then tap ‘Language & input’ or ‘Language & keyboard’. …
  2. From the On-screen keyboard, tap Google Keyboard/Gboard. …
  3. Tap Preferences.
  4. Tap the Voice input key switch to turn on or off .

Is Dragon Dictation free?

You can download Dragon Dictation app for iPhone or

Android absolutely free or charge

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How can I increase my typing speed to 100 wpm?

  1. Feel the location of keys. …
  2. Switch to DVORAK. …
  3. Use the DAS Keyboard Ultimate. …
  4. Play the piano. …
  5. Have something to type. …
  6. Beware of traditional typing tests. …
  7. Typing tests 2.0. …
  8. Practice with substance.

How many hours a day should I practice typing?

Practising ‘little and often’ (15 -30 minutes a day) works much better than an hour or more once a week. If you practise regularly and don’t give up, you should be able to learn to touch type fluently in 2-3 months, maybe even less. A total of

10 – 15 hours of

practice should get you touch typing slowly.

What is fast typing speed?

The average typing speed is around 40 words per minute (wpm). If you want to be very productive, you should aim for a typing speed of

65 to 70 words per minute

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Charlene Dyck
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Charlene Dyck
Charlene is a software developer and technology expert with a degree in computer science. She has worked for major tech companies and has a keen understanding of how computers and electronics work. Sarah is also an advocate for digital privacy and security.