An enhanced standard computer keyboard system for single-finger and typing-stick typing.

Abstract

A prototype keyboard system was developed, using off-the-shelf hardware and software, as an inexpensive keyboard-based system to facilitate data entry for single-finger and typing-stick typists. Evaluation established that the system can increase entry rate by 50 percent or more. The underlying concepts may provide a basis for developing other configurations that accelerate and simplify computer keyboard use for persons with a variety of hand impairments.