Keep the wrist in a neutral position: parallel to your desk and the middle finger must be in line with the wrist and forearm.
Don't rest your wrist while typing, let it float. Only rest your wrist while you are NOT typing.
Use a light touch when pressing keys.
Don't stretch your fingers to reach for faraway keys. Instead move your arm to position your finger over the key and then hit it.
Do not hold your thumbs rigid or your pinkies up. Curve your fingers.
Don't use two fingers of one hand for two-key combinations. Use one finger of one hand to hold Shift, Ctrl, or Alt down, and then hit the second key with a finger from the other hand.
This unique arm lets you position your keyboard and mouse with the touch of a single lever for maximum ergonomic efficiency which reduces your risk of repetitive stress injuries like carpal tunnel syndrome. The arm is infinitely adjustable and when you're
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