TypeStep
Offers frequency-based letter order, unlocks new letters as you hit typing speed targets, tracks per-letter performance, uses real-word exercises, features four structured stages, on-screen finger guidance, adaptive practice, and supports multiple languages.
Cost / License
- Freemium (Subscription)
- Proprietary
Platforms
- Software as a Service (SaaS)
Features
Properties
- Educational
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Developed by
Sergei Lekomtsev Licensing
Proprietary and Freemium product.Pricing
Subscription that costs $1 per month + free version with limited functionality.Alternatives
9 alternatives listedSupported Languages
- English
- Russian
What is TypeStep?
TypeStep is a touch typing trainer that introduces letters based on their frequency in real words and target speeds. It starts with lowercase letters, then uppercase, punctuation, and numbers. The software uses real words from the first lesson for a more engaging learning experience.
TypeStep's training methodology includes frequency-based letter order, speed-based letter unlocking, four stages of touch typing training, per-letter speed statistics, and an on-screen keyboard and finger guide. The frequency-based letter order is language-specific, prioritizing the most common letters. Speed-based letter unlocking ties progression to the user's typing speed. The training is divided into four stages: lowercase, uppercase, numbers, and punctuation.
TypeStep also provides per-letter speed statistics, allowing users to identify their strengths and weaknesses. The software features an on-screen keyboard and finger guide, encouraging users to use their peripheral vision to follow the correct finger movement and return it to the home row if the next key isn't in the same zone.