Set up your French keyboard
Keep the built-in French AZERTY keyboard option enabled to type native characters from an English physical keyboard, or turn it off to use your installed system layout. TypeScore Lab accepts native Unicode text.
Open the visual keyboard coach to see the French layout and the physical key position for the next character.
- Confirm the language indicator on your device.
- Type one short sentence to verify the layout.
- Keep the visual keyboard open while learning.
- Avoid switching layouts in the middle of a test.
Start with words, then sentences
Begin with the word mode to learn common French letter patterns without the pressure of a long test. Move to sentence mode when individual keys feel predictable.
Read slightly ahead of the current character. This gives your hands time to prepare and reduces pauses between words.
Use the keyboard map efficiently
The keyboard coach highlights a physical key and recommended finger whenever a direct mapping exists. Accented letters may use a dead key or your system's composition method.
Some writing systems combine multiple Unicode characters into one visible unit. Enter letters in the normal order for your keyboard and let the browser render the completed shape.
Build reliable speed
Aim for at least 95 percent accuracy before increasing your pace. Compare net WPM, raw WPM, corrections, and consistency across several sessions rather than judging one score.
A useful routine is three minutes of key review, five minutes of word practice, five minutes of sentences or passages, and two minutes revisiting the keys that caused errors.
Frequently asked questions
Which keyboard should I use for French typing?
Use French AZERTY keyboard. It matches the guidance shown by the visual keyboard on the French typing page.
Can I practise French typing for free?
Yes. Word, sentence, and timed passage modes are free and no account is required.
How can I improve my French typing speed?
Practise a little every day, protect accuracy, review slow keys, and move from common words to longer natural passages.
Measure your progress now.
Use the free typing test, then review your speed curve and key-level performance.