How to Stop Looking at the Keyboard: The Ultimate Guide
Proven psychological and physical tricks to keep your eyes locked onto the screen.
Executive Summary
Proven Methods to Break the Peeking Habit
1. The Dishcloth / Paper Cover: Drape a light cloth or sheet of paper over both hands while typing to eliminate visual dependence.
2. Screen Level Alignment: Elevate the computer monitor so looking down requires an obvious head tilt, preventing unconscious peeking.
3. The F and J Anchor Rule: Teach children to feel for the F and J bumps with their index fingers whenever they feel lost, as detailed in Where are Home Row Keys?.
4. Play Fast Arcade Games: Games like Space Defender and Type Race Nitro demand eyes on the screen to react to targets, making blind typing automatic.
Frequently Asked Questions
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