Beginner course · Lesson 8
Capitals and Shift
Use the opposite hand for Shift while the typing hand reaches the letter.
This lesson teaches the standard US QWERTY keyboard layout.
For finger-placement training, WordsFlare works best with a physical keyboard. You can still continue on this device.
Lesson 8 · US QWERTY
Capitals and Shift
Training hints
Hold Right Shift with your right pinky finger. Press A with your left pinky finger.
Expected character A. Hold Right Shift with your right pinky finger. Press A with your left pinky finger.. Type in the field below. Paste is unavailable. Press Escape to restart.
Left pinky fingerRight Shift uses the opposite pinky.
Lesson ready. Select the typing input to begin.
Technique for this lesson
Keep your shoulders relaxed, use the highlighted finger, and return your hands toward the home position. Correct an error calmly with Backspace; accuracy matters more than rushing.