Tips for Success

Whether you're preparing for a job, aiming to climb the leaderboards, or just want to type faster, these tips will help you improve efficiently.

Fundamental Typing Tips

1. Master the Home Row

Everything starts with proper finger placement:

• Keep fingers on A-S-D-F (left) and J-K-L-; (right)
• Feel for the bumps on F and J keys
• Return fingers to home position after each keystroke
• Use the correct finger for each key

2. Don't Look at the Keyboard

Touch typing is essential for speed:

• Keep your eyes on the screen
• Trust your muscle memory
• If you must look, glance briefly then return to screen
• Consider covering your hands while practicing

3. Prioritize Accuracy Over Speed

Accuracy leads to speed, not the other way around:

• Slow down if you're making many errors
• Correcting mistakes takes time
• Muscle memory learns what you practice - practice correctly
• Speed naturally increases as accuracy improves

4. Maintain Good Posture

Physical setup affects performance:

• Sit with back straight, feet flat on floor
• Keep wrists straight, not bent
• Position keyboard at elbow height
• Keep arms relaxed at sides
• Take breaks to prevent strain

Practice Strategies

Consistent Daily Practice

Short, frequent sessions beat occasional long sessions:

• 15-20 minutes daily is optimal
• Practice at the same time each day to build habit
• Quality over quantity

Progressive Learning

TODAY Type's key unlock system helps you learn efficiently:

1. Master home row keys first
2. Add new keys gradually
3. Don't rush to unlock all keys
4. Ensure each key set is comfortable before moving on

Focus on Weaknesses

Targeted practice accelerates improvement:

• Check your problem keys in Statistics
• Practice exercises that target weak areas
• Use Practice mode for focused training

Chat Simulation Tips

For Single Chats

• Read the full customer message before responding
• Start typing immediately once you understand
• Keep responses concise but complete
• Proofread quickly before sending

For Multi-Chat

• Don't neglect any customer for too long
• Use keyboard shortcuts to switch chats quickly
• While waiting for one customer, help another
• Keep mental track of where each conversation stands

Mental Game

Stay Relaxed

• Tension slows you down and increases errors
• Take deep breaths if you feel stressed
• Remember: it's practice, not a life-or-death situation

Get in the Zone

• Minimize distractions
• Close unnecessary browser tabs
• Consider background music without lyrics
• Set a specific practice time

Track Progress

• Celebrate improvements, even small ones
• Don't be discouraged by bad days
• Focus on trends, not individual tests

Advanced Techniques

Rhythm Typing

Aim for consistent keystroke timing:

• Think of typing as playing music
• Maintain steady tempo
• Avoid bursts followed by pauses

Look Ahead

• Read a few words ahead of where you're typing
• This prepares your fingers for upcoming letters
• Reduces hesitation and improves flow

Learn Common Patterns

• Common words become muscle memory
• Letter combinations like "th", "ing", "tion"
• Professional terminology in your field