Tamil Typing - A Step-by-Step Guide to Mastering the Keyboard PART 5: Practical Exercises and Speed Improvement Tips

Practice Tamil Typing with Sentences

Enhancing your Tamil typing skills takes consistent practice and a structured approach. Begin by typing short and simple Tamil sentences to familiarize yourself with the keyboard layout and character combinations. For example:

  • தமிழ் அழகான ஒரு மொழி. (Tamil is a beautiful language.)

  • நீங்கள் தமிழில் தட்டச்சு செய்வதைப் பயிலுங்கள். (Practice typing in Tamil.)

  • இணையத்தில் தமிழில் எழுதுவது முக்கியம். (Typing in Tamil is important for the internet.)

These basic sentences help build familiarity with the flow and rhythm of Tamil script while boosting your confidence in using native characters.

Tips to Improve Tamil Typing Speed

  1. Use Online Tamil Typing Tools:
    Platforms like Tamil99 Keyboard or Google Tamil Input provide guided exercises and real-time feedback to help you learn efficiently.

  2. Set Realistic Typing Goals:
    Start by targeting 30 words per minute (WPM) and gradually aim for 40–50 WPM to reach a professional typing pace.

  3. Practice with Real Content:
    Retype Tamil news articles, blogs, or social media posts to enhance speed, spelling accuracy, and contextual understanding.

  4. Leverage Google Input Tools:
    These tools automatically correct minor spelling errors and suggest words, making Tamil typing smoother and more intuitive.

  5. Join Tamil Typing Challenges:
    Participate in online competitions or speed tests to monitor your progress, stay motivated, and compare your skills with others.

 

Regular practice, combined with these strategies, will steadily improve your Tamil typing fluency, accuracy, and overall comfort with the language.