Middle finger reaches up
E is reached by the left middle finger (from D). I is reached by the right middle finger (from K).
Typing Lessons
Top Row Typing Lesson: E and I Keys
Time to learn two of the most common vowels. E and I are typed by reaching the middle finger of each hand up to the top row.
E is one of the most frequently used letters in English. Learning it now lets you type many real words right away.
What You Learn In This Lesson
E and I are your first top-row keys. They add vowels that make real words possible with the keys you already know.
Real words appear
With E and I added to the home row, you can now type words like side, like, feed, hide, and shield.
Consistent return
After reaching up for E or I, bring the middle finger back to D or K before pressing the next key.
Practice The Lesson
Reach your middle fingers up for E and I and return to the home row each time.
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Accuracy
100%
Correct
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Mistakes
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Finger Guide
These are the exact finger assignments for this lesson. Keep the rest of your fingers relaxed and avoid lifting the whole hand.
E Left middle finger (reach up from D)
I Right middle finger (reach up from K)
How To Practice
Start on the home row with your middle fingers on D and K.
Reach the left middle finger up to E and press it, then return to D.
Reach the right middle finger up to I and press it, then return to K.
Practice slowly until the reach feels natural and your other fingers stay still.
Common Beginner Mistakes
Lifting the hand off the home row
Only the middle finger should move up. The rest of your hand stays anchored on the home row.
Hitting R or W instead of E
E is directly above D. If you are hitting the wrong key, realign your hand using the F bump.
Slow return to home row
Leaving the middle finger on the top row after pressing E or I causes the next home row key to be missed.
Uneven hand speed
E is more common than I, so the left hand gets more practice. Consciously maintain even speed for both.
What Comes Next
The next lesson teaches R and U, two more top-row keys that use your index fingers.