Typing and Keyboarding Skills

1. Parts of the Keyboard - Keyboard Keys and Their Functions Alphanumeric Keys Use : Type letters (A–Z), numbers (0–9), and symbols. Layout : Usually in the QWERTY format. Numeric Keypad Use : Quickly enter numbers (like a calculator). Location : On the right side of most full-size keyboards. Function Keys (F1–F12) Use : Provide shortcuts for specific tasks in software. Navigation Keys Use : Move the cursor or scroll through pages. Examples : Arrow keys, Home, End, Page Up, Page Down. Modifier Keys Use : Work with other keys to perform special actions. Examples : Ctrl, Alt, Shift. Lock Keys Use : Turn certain functions on or off. Examples : Caps Lock, Num Lock, Scroll Lock. System Keys Use : Control basic system functions. Examples : Esc (cancel), Enter (confirm or new line), Backspace/Delete (remove text).