How does the Arabic typing course work?
There are 12 lessons. Lessons 1 to 6 teach the keys row by row, first without Shift and then with it. Lessons 7 to 9 move on to words, sentences and paragraphs. Three bonus lessons cover numbers, punctuation and harakat.
You type on your normal English keyboard. We turn each key into the matching Arabic letter using the Standard Arabic (101) layout, so you do not need to install anything.
Where do my fingers go when I type?
- Left fingers rest on A S D F. Right fingers rest on J K L ;.
- Your index fingers sit on F and J. Feel for the small bumps.
- Both thumbs rest on the space bar.
- Reach up or down with the same finger, then return to the home row.
- For Shift keys, hold Shift with the little finger of the opposite hand.
Which way does Arabic type?
Arabic is written from right to left. Your text starts at the right and grows to the left. Numbers still read left to right.
What does a simple practice plan look like?
- 3 minWarm up with a drill you have already passed.
- 8 minWork on your current lesson. Repeat any drill that scores low.
- 4 minType a sentence or paragraph from Lessons 8 and 9.
How can I type faster and make fewer mistakes?
- Look at the screen, not the keys.
- Accuracy first. Speed comes with practice.
- Press Space after every word.
- Repeat a lesson until you earn at least 3 stars.
- Want a plain speed number? Take the Arabic typing test.
- Looking for a verse from the Quran? Use the Quran ayah finder. You do not need harakat to search.
- Sit straight and rest your wrists.
Is my typing stored or shared?
No. There is no account. What you type and your stars stay in your browser.