20 years ago, competitive typing became all the rage in the school computer lab thanks to sessions of edutainment favorite Type to Learn.

Either way, if you’re now a grown adult who has been hunting and pecking at your keys for decades now, perhaps you’d finally like to buckle down and learn how to type by touch.

At the time of his research, the speed of touchscreen typing was gaining on traditional computers, with participants typing about 70% as fast on mobile devices compared to computer keyboards.

Tips for Learning to Type With One Hand Whether it's a short-term injury or a long-term disability, some adjustments and the right gear can make it easier to use your computer. Photograph: Getty ...