Quick answer
Type H with your right index finger. H is on the home row of a QWERTY keyboard. Reach from J on the home row, then return. H is the 9th most common letter in English, at 5.05% of all letters.
| Fact | H |
|---|---|
| Finger | Right index |
| Hand | Right |
| Keyboard row | Home row |
| Home key for this finger | J |
| Share of English letters | 5.05% |
| Frequency rank | 9th of 26 |
How to type H correctly
- Rest your fingers on the home row: A S D F with the left hand and J K L ; with the right.
- Reach from J on the home row, then return.
- Keep your eyes on the screen. Your finger should find H by feel, not by sight.
- Type the drill above until your accuracy stays above 95%, then try a full typing test.
Tips for the index finger
Each index finger covers two columns. Return to F or J after every reach so your other fingers stay anchored.
Common words with H
had, hair, half, hand, happen, happy, hard, has, hat, have, he, head, hear, heart, heat, heavy, help, her.
Most common letter pairs with H
Other keys
Frequently asked questions
Which finger types the letter H?
On a QWERTY keyboard, H is typed with the right index finger.
How common is the letter H in English?
H makes up 5.05% of letters in English text, making it the 9th most common letter (Norvig, Google Books data).