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⌨️ Lesson: Type the Comma (,)

The comma (,) is typed with ,. Use your right middle finger — no Shift needed. These 4 exercises take it from a single tap to real-world uses, with a live keyboard showing the exact fingers.

How to Type the Comma (,) Correctly

The comma — also called comma punctuation — lives on the bottom row of a standard US keyboard. Tap the , key with your right middle finger — no Shift needed. It sits right of the M key. Tap it with your right middle finger.

The comma separates list items, clauses and values in spreadsheets and code. Practising it now means you can type it without looking down when you meet it in emails, code, passwords or documents.

Note: keys can move on non-US layouts (UK, German, French and others), so if the symbol does not appear, check that your keyboard language is set to US English.

How do you type the comma (,) on a keyboard?

Press the , key with your right middle finger. No Shift is needed.

Which finger types the comma (,)?

Your right middle finger types the , key. It does not need Shift.

What is the comma (,) used for?

The comma separates list items, clauses and values in spreadsheets and code.

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