Typing— Part 1 Informe

Sugerencia: Be more concise and use a clear topic sentence, then add one or two specific supporting details with linking words. Avoid redundancy (e.g., repeating where you type). Use varied vocabulary such as "prefer" -> "favor" or "handwritten" -> "handwriting" appropriately.

Ejemplo: I prefer typing to handwriting because it’s faster and easier to edit. For personal reminders I still write quick notes or sticky notes, but for work and daily communication I mostly type on my phone or computer.

Sugerencia: Start with a direct topic sentence, then give a concise reason and one specific contrast using a linking word. Correct minor phrasing ("wide keys in the keyboard" -> "larger keys on a desktop keyboard").

Ejemplo: I type on a laptop every day because I don’t own a desktop. Although I prefer the larger keys of a desktop keyboard, the laptop’s portability makes it much more convenient for my lifestyle.

Sugerencia: Give a clear topic sentence with correct tense, then provide one or two specific details. Avoid filler phrases like "I believe" and unclear words (replace asterisks with "fingers" or "keys"). Use linking words to connect ideas.

Ejemplo: I learned to type in Grade 5 during a school computer class. We used a program called "Mario Teaches Typing" to practice proper finger placement, and we had regular tests to track our progress.

Sugerencia: Use present tense for general habits and a clear topic sentence, then give specific methods with linking words. Avoid vague phrases like "correct typing words" — say "accuracy and speed". Mention one or two named resources or techniques to be specific.

Ejemplo: I improve my typing through regular practice, focusing on both speed and accuracy. For example, I use online typing platforms and timed exercises, and I set daily goals to reduce errors and increase my words-per-minute.

× I prefer typing compared to handwriting.

✓ I prefer typing to handwriting.

Use 'prefer A to B' rather than 'prefer A compared to B'. Replace 'compared to' with 'to' to follow standard collocation.

× I still do some written notes but that's just for personal use really.

✓ I still take some written notes, but that's just for personal use, really.

The phrase 'do some written notes' is unidiomatic. Use the verb 'take' with 'notes'. Add a comma before 'really' for clarity. 'Some' is acceptable with 'notes'.

× And some sticky notes and practices with my kids.

✓ I also use sticky notes and practice with my kids.

This fragment lacks a main verb. Combine into a full sentence: 'I also use sticky notes and practice with my kids.' Use 'practice' (verb) instead of the noun 'practices' to match the intended meaning.

× But on a regular basis I type using my phone.

✓ But on a regular basis I type on my phone.

Use 'type on my phone' rather than 'type using my phone' for natural preposition use with devices.

× I type in my computer for work and other.

✓ I type on my computer for work and other purposes.

Use 'type on my computer' (device preposition). The original ends abruptly with 'other'; add 'purposes' to complete the phrase.

× I type on a laptop keyboard simply because I don't have a desktop machine.

✓ I type on a laptop keyboard simply because I don't have a desktop computer.

'Machine' is understandable but 'computer' is the standard collocation here. This is a word choice issue related to preposition/nominal usage and clarity.

× I do like the desktop because of the wide keys in the keyboard, but laptops are more mobile so I find that efficient.

✓ I do like desktops because of the wide keys on the keyboard, but laptops are more mobile so I find them more efficient.

Consistency and agreement: refer to 'desktops' plural to match general statement or use 'the desktop' with 'the keyboard'. Also 'keys on the keyboard' is the correct preposition. Replace 'that' with 'them' to refer to 'laptops'.

× When I was still in Grade 5, I believe we have a computer class way back elementary years, and we started learning how to type.

✓ When I was in Grade 5, I believe we had a computer class back in my elementary years, and we started learning how to type.

Mix of past and present tense: change 'have' to past 'had' to match 'was' and 'started'. Add 'back in my' to make the time expression natural.

× So we have this program Mario Teaches typing, where you need to type the keyboard using the right *********.

✓ We had a program called Mario Teaches Typing, where you needed to type on the keyboard using the correct fingers.

Tense should be past 'had' and 'needed' to match previous past context. Use 'called' to introduce program name and 'type on the keyboard' with 'correct fingers'. Replace stars with 'fingers'.

× And we also had tests.

✓ We also had tests.

Sentence beginning with 'And' is acceptable in speech, but removing leading 'And' yields a cleaner sentence. Tense 'had' is correct; change is stylistic.

× I improved through practice.

✓ I improved through practice.

This sentence is grammatically correct in past tense; no change needed.

× The more I type the better I become.

✓ The more I type, the better I become.

Add a comma after the first clause for clarity. Present tense 'become' is acceptable to express general ongoing improvement.

× Also, when I was already in college I made it a point to have correct typing words in the least amount of time.

✓ Also, when I was in college, I made it a point to type accurately in the least amount of time.

Use past 'was' and 'made'. 'Have correct typing words' is unidiomatic: replace with 'type accurately'. Add commas around the time phrase and streamline the expression.

× There are platforms online that can help you with that.

✓ There are online platforms that can help you with that.

'Platforms online' is understandable but the more natural word order is 'online platforms'. This is an article/word order preference rather than a major grammatical error.