How 10 key is scored
10 key tests count correct keystrokes, not words, and scale them to an hour: KPH = correct keystrokes × 3600 ÷ seconds. The space between entries counts as a keystroke here, standing in for the Enter key you would press after each figure on the job.
Employers commonly look for roughly 8,000 KPH or more for general data entry and higher for dedicated 10 key roles, usually with 95 percent accuracy or better. Requirements vary, so check the job ad.
Numpad finger positions
Rest your right index finger on 4, middle on 5 (it has a bump), and ring on 6. The thumb takes 0, and the little finger handles Enter and the operators on the right. Keep your eyes on the source, not the keypad.
Want to convert KPH to WPM or back? Use the keystrokes per hour converter.