Keyboard Fundamentals Quiz

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Match the special keys with their functions:

Enter key = Often executes a command or moves to the next line Spacebar = Inserts a blank space Delete key = Erases data to the right of the cursor Backspace key = Erases data to the left of the cursor

Match the keys with their descriptions:

QWERTY = The standard keyboard layout Function Keys = There are 12 of these on a keyboard Home Row Keys = ASDF JKL; ESC key = Cancels an action

Match the descriptions of typing practices:

Eyes = Should be focused on the monitor Fingers = Should rest on the Home Row Keys position Shift key = Makes one letter capital at a time Shortcut keys = Allow you to complete a task faster

Match the actions with the shortcut keys:

<p>CTRL + X = Cut CTRL = Short for Control Touch-screen keyboard = Built-in the computer and is used on the screen Wireless Keyboard = Keyboard that has no wires</p> Signup and view all the answers

Relate the type of keyboard to its description.

<p>Keyboard = A hardware device and an input device Number keypad = Made up of number keys Alphabet keys = Made up of alphabet keys Arrow keys = A key on the keyboard</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

QWERTY keyboard

The standard keyboard used by most computers, featuring the letter arrangement QWERTY.

Wireless keyboard

A keyboard connected to the computer through a wireless connection like Bluetooth.

Shortcut keys

Keys on a keyboard that perform specific tasks or actions when pressed with a modifier key like Ctrl or Alt.

Backspace key

Key responsible for erasing data to the left of the cursor.

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Home row keys

Keys located in the centre of the keyboard, used as the starting point for typing. These keys are typically ASDF JKL; (first part left hand and second part right hand.)

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Study Notes

Keyboard Fundamentals

  • The standard keyboard used in America is the QWERTY keyboard.
  • A keyboard is both hardware and an input device.
  • Keyboards comprise alphabet keys, arrow keys, number keys, special function keys, a number keypad, and function keys.
  • A keyboard built into a computer that is used on the screen is called a touch-screen keyboard.

Keyboard Components

  • There are 12 function keys on a standard keyboard.
  • A wireless keyboard has no wires and uses Bluetooth.
  • Common special keys include Enter, Spacebar, Delete, Caps Lock, Backspace, Escape, Shift, Tab, Alternate, and Control.
  • The Shift key is used to make a character uppercase.
  • A shortcut key is a combination of keys, such as Ctrl + X (to cut). Ctrl is short for Control.
  • The ESC (Escape) key cancels an action.
  • Shortcut keys help complete tasks faster.
  • The Delete key deletes characters to the right of the cursor.
  • The Backspace key deletes characters to the left of the cursor.

Proper Typing Technique

  • When typing, focus your eyes on the monitor.
  • Rest your fingers on the home row keys (ASDF JKL;). The first part of the row (ASDF) is used by the left hand, and the second part (JKL;) is used by the right hand.

Keyboard Layout

  • A diagram of a standard keyboard showing the different key sections (Alphabet Keys, Number Keys, Function Keys, Arrow Keys, Number Pad) is provided in the image.

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