Quick answer
Type Y with your right index finger. Y is on the top row of a QWERTY keyboard. Reach from J on the home row, then return. Y is the 19th most common letter in English, at 1.66% of all letters.
| Fact | Y |
|---|---|
| Finger | Right index |
| Hand | Right |
| Keyboard row | Top row |
| Home key for this finger | J |
| Share of English letters | 1.66% |
| Frequency rank | 19th of 26 |
How to type Y 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 Y 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 Y
yard, yeah, year, yellow, yes, yesterday, yet, you, young, your, yourself, youth, already, always, any, away, baby, boy.
Other keys
Frequently asked questions
Which finger types the letter Y?
On a QWERTY keyboard, Y is typed with the right index finger.
How common is the letter Y in English?
Y makes up 1.66% of letters in English text, making it the 19th most common letter (Norvig, Google Books data).