Free typing lessons, one key at a time
100 short lessons in 20 levels take you from the home row to full sentences. Each lesson has 3 short drills: earn at least one star to pass, three stars to master it. New to touch typing? Read how to place your fingers first.
60-second placement test →Not sure where to start? We’ll place you on the right lesson.
New to computers? Typing for seniors → Learning to code? Coding lessons →
Unit 1: Home Row
Where your fingers live. Learn A S D F and J K L ; without looking.
Unit 2: Home Row Mastery
Lock in the home row with left-hand, right-hand and mixed drills until it feels automatic.
Unit 3: Top Row
Reach up from home row to Q W E R T Y U I O P.
Unit 4: Top Row Reaches
Short hops from home to the top row and back, one hand at a time.
Unit 5: Bottom Row
Reach down to Z X C V B N M and punctuation.
Unit 6: Bottom Row Reaches
Curl down to Z X C V B N M with clean, small movements.
Unit 7: Tricky Letter Pairs
Drill the letter pairs that trip people up: common pairs, same-finger pairs and awkward reaches.
Unit 8: Common Words
The words that make up most of what you'll ever type: the top 100, 200 and 500.
Unit 9: Capitals
Use the Shift key on the opposite hand for capital letters.
Unit 10: Punctuation
Commas, periods, apostrophes, colons and quotes, typed without breaking your flow.
Unit 11: Numbers
Reach to the number row with the same fingers you already know.
Unit 12: Number Pad (10-Key)
Fast data entry on the number pad, using four fingers of the right hand.
Unit 13: Symbols
Punctuation and symbols you use every day.
Unit 14: Words & Sentences
Put it all together with real words, sentences, and paragraphs.
Unit 15: Sentences and Paragraphs
Original short passages that build stamina for real writing.
Unit 16: Speed Builders
Timed sprints on familiar words to push your WPM higher.
Unit 17: Accuracy Builders
Slow down and get it right. Three stars need near-perfect accuracy.
Unit 18: Email and Everyday Typing
Emails, addresses, messages and forms: the typing you do every day.
Unit 19: Coding Practice
Brackets, operators and naming styles for programmers.
Unit 20: Kids CornerKids
Short, fun lessons for younger typists, with simple words and silly sentences.
How the lessons work
Every lesson that adds new keys starts with a quick intro showing which finger reaches each one. While you type, the next key lights up on the on-screen keyboard and the hands show the right finger. In the early lessons the hands stay on; later they fade out so you learn to type without looking. Stars reward both speed and accuracy, so slow and clean beats fast and sloppy.
Who the lessons are for
Kids from about age 7, adult beginners, and self-taught typists who want to stop looking at the keyboard. If you already type with a few fingers, start at the home row anyway. It feels slow for a few days, then speeds you up. Check your progress with a typing test, or practice with typing games.
Frequently asked questions
How long should I practice each day?
About 10 to 15 minutes a day works well. Short, regular sessions build muscle memory faster than one long session a week.
How long does it take to finish all the lessons?
There are 100 lessons, and each takes a few minutes. Most people finish them in a few weeks of daily practice, then keep improving with tests and games.
Do I need an account?
No. Everything is free with no sign-up. Your stars and scores are saved in this browser, so use the same device and browser to keep your progress.
What age are the lessons for?
Kids from about 7 and up, adult beginners, and self-taught typists who want to switch to touch typing. Younger kids can start with the Key Hop game.