How to use a Computer Keyboard

Sit with good posture.

In order to prevent strain on your hands, back, neck, and other joints, you'll want to sit at the keyboard with good posture.

Center the keyboard.

When typing, your keyboard's spacebar should be centered to your body. This will help keep you from having to rotate to reach the keys.

Avoid resting your palms or wrist.

Your hands should float above the keys while you type. This will help you reach keys by moving your hands instead of stretching your fingers. Resting your palms or your wrist on the front of the keyboard and stretching your fingers promotes carpal tunnel syndrome

Use a soft touch.

Most keyboards are fairly sensitive and don't need much pressure for the key to register. Lightly tapping keys will help keep your fingers active and will improve your speed.

Relax your hands when you’re not typing.

When you're not actively typing, rest your hands. Keeping your hands tense when not typing can increase stiffness and soreness later.