Quick answer
Type R with your left index finger. R is on the top row of a QWERTY keyboard. Reach from F on the home row, then return. R is the 8th most common letter in English, at 6.28% of all letters.
| Fact | R |
|---|---|
| Finger | Left index |
| Hand | Left |
| Keyboard row | Top row |
| Home key for this finger | F |
| Share of English letters | 6.28% |
| Frequency rank | 8th of 26 |
How to type R 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 F on the home row, then return.
- Keep your eyes on the screen. Your finger should find R 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 R
race, radio, rain, raise, ran, rate, rather, reach, read, ready, real, reason, red, remember, report, rest, return, rich.
Most common letter pairs with R
Other keys
Frequently asked questions
Which finger types the letter R?
On a QWERTY keyboard, R is typed with the left index finger.
How common is the letter R in English?
R makes up 6.28% of letters in English text, making it the 8th most common letter (Norvig, Google Books data).