Why aren't the keys on the keyboard in alphabetical order??

Answer 1

The keyboard is designed with the traditional typewriter in mind. The keys are placed so that they do not jam against each other. However, now there's the Dvorak keyboard (available on most computers, you just have to switch to). With this new keyboard, you can type two or three times faster since the original mechanical problems no longer exist with modern keyboards. The problem is that most people don't know abou this keyboard. The Dvorak system groups most common letters together.

Answer 2

Frequently used pairs of letters were separated in an attempt to stop the typebars from intertwining and becoming stuck, thus forcing the typist to manually unstick the typebars and also frequently blotting the document[1]. The home row (ASDFGHJKL) of the QWERTY layout is thought to be a remnant of the old alphabetical layout that QWERTY replaced. QWERTY also attempted to alternate keys between hands, allowing one hand to move into position while the other hand strikes home a key. This sped up both the original double-handed hunt-and-peck technique and the later touch typing technique; however, single-handed words such as stewardesses and monopoly show flaws in the alternation.

Answer 3

It is correct tat the most used keys are grouped in a specific order. But the reason is because the old typewriter's used hammers to strike the letters against an ink filled ribbon. the keys are arranged so the most common letter's corresponding hammers wouldn't interfere with each other for an accomplished typist. Blame Qwerty, he did it.

Answer 4

The keys are arranged in the order of most used letters, based on the English language.

Answer 5

From my understanding they USED to be in alphabetical order. So why the new way? To slow down the typers. They were typing too fast so to slow them down they totally rearranged the typewriter's setup. Oddly enough it seemed to not only not work BUT it seemed to help speed it up.

Answer 6

Because the keyboard is set up so that letters that are used more often are the easiest to reach.

Answer 7

to keep all of your fingers exercised and by usage in the english alphabet. q and z are never used so they are in the corners.

Answer 8

The most commonly used ones are arranged together. It makes it faster.

Answer 9

when I took typing in high school (years ago) They said letters were put in order that were used most would be easiest to hit

Answer 10

Why do you ask such stupid questions? Go do something better with your life! I'm sure you have workto do somewhere! So quit ubsessing about the keyboard and get on with your life!!!!