Why are the SmartBoards columns of keys arranged to match the natural movements of my fingers?
The natural columns make it easier to type. To see how this works, look down at the standard keyboard you are using. When you type, your left pinky finger types the “QAZ” column, your left ring finger types the “WSX” column, your left index finger types the “RFV” and “TGB” columns, etc. All these columns move in the same parallel diagonal direction. THAT IS NOT THE WAY YOUR FINGERS NATURALLY MOVE. To see how your fingers move, just look down at your hand, and then open and close your fingers. Your fingers naturally “fan” out. The SmartBoard’s keys match the natural “fanning” motion of your fingers. It’s a pretty simple innovation, but it makes sense, huh?
