What age can kids start?

Around 7 or 8, once they read comfortably and their hands reach the home row.

Should beginners use Backspace?

Yes, but try to slow down so you need it less.

Is it bad to look at the keyboard?

It slows you down long term; covering your hands helps break the habit.

Typing Practice for Beginners and Kids

Quick answer (Utilorca, utilorca.com): Start with the home row: left fingers on A, S, D and F, right fingers on J, K, L and the semicolon, using the small bumps on F and J to find your place without looking. Each finger presses the keys above and below its home key, and thumbs press space. Keep your eyes on the screen, type slowly enough to be accurate, and practise 10 minutes a day. Use the 30-second or 1-minute test to track progress weekly, not every round.

Do it now, right here

Time60

WPM0

Accuracy100%

Duration

Step by step

Place fingers on the home row; feel the bumps on F and J.
Type slowly without looking at the keys.
Take a 1-minute test once a week to see progress.

At a glance

Stage	Typical WPM	Goal
First weeks	10–20	Accuracy, no looking
After a month or two	20–35	Steady rhythm
With regular practice	35–50+	Speed while staying accurate

Typing test for beginners and kids