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Typing Vocab
typing vocab
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| accuracy | a measure of error in keyboarding |
| backspace key | key used to backup and erase the character or space to the left of the cursor |
| caps lock | a key that when locked down causes all letters to be capitalized |
| delete key | the key pressed to remove selected text or objects |
| escape key | a key that lets the user cancel the last operation and go back to the previous |
| keyboard | a set of keys arranged on a board that lets you input data into the computer |
| Microsoft word | a software that cam be used to produce documents, including letters , reports, manuals and newsletters |
| num lock | a key used to switch the number keypad between number entry and editing |
| posture | the position of the body or parts of the body |
| shift key | a key used to make capital letters and certain symbols when pressed in combination with another key |
| spacing | the number of blank lines between printed lines |
| strike | to tap or press the keys of a keyboard with finger or thumb |
| tab key | when pressed, this key moves the cursor to settings that are used to line up columns of text in a document or to move data entry areas in programs or dialogue boxes |
| text | the actual structure of words in a piece of writing or printing |
| home row keys | the starting position on a keyboard, the keys on the left hand are fdsa and the keys o the right hand are jkl; |