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Keyboarding terms
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Alternate Key | executes commands with other keys |
| Arrow Keys | moves the cursor in the direction indicated by the arrow on each key |
| Backspace | removes the character to the right of the cursor |
| Caps lock | capitalizes all letters when locked down |
| Control Key | executes commands with other keys |
| Delete | removes the character to the right of the cursor |
| Enter/Return | causes the cursor to move to the left margin and down to the next line |
| Escape Key | closes a software menu or dialog box |
| Gross Words a Minute (GWAM) | the number of standard words keyed in one minute |
| Home Row | the keys where you place your fingers to begin keying |
| Home Row Keys | ASDFJKL: |
| Keyboarding Posture | correct seating position taught when developing typing skills |
| Shift Key | makes capital letters and certain symbols when used with those keys |
| Space Bar | inserts space between words and sentences; only key that is typed with the thumbs |
| Hand Position | fingers on home row keys, curved, ready to tap correct key |
| Words Per Minute (WPM) | number of standard words typed in one minute |
| Word | equal to 5 characters/spaces; used to calculate GWAM and WPM |
| Right Index Finger Keys | MNJHUY |
| Right Middle Finger Keys | IK, |
| Right Ring Finger Keys | OL. |
| Right Pinky Finger Keys | p ; / [ ] \ ' / right shift, control, enter, backspace |
| Left Index Fingers | RTFGVB |
| Left Middle Finger Keys | EDC |
| Left Ring Finger Keys | WSX |
| Left Pinky Finger Keys | QAZ left shift, tab |
| Reach | technique used to tap keys that are not on home row |