Typing— Part 1 Report

Suggestion: Be more direct and concise. Start with a clear topic sentence stating preference, then give one specific reason for each method using linking words (e.g., “because,” “however”) and finish with a short conclusion. Avoid hesitations and incomplete sentences.

Example: I prefer handwriting when I want to remember things better because writing by hand helps me retain information. However, I choose typing for accuracy and speed, since computers offer spell-check and formatting tools.

Suggestion: Ensure the response is complete and organized: give a clear topic sentence, a reason, and a brief supporting detail. Avoid repetition and unfinished endings. Use linking words like “because” and “so” properly and finish the thought.

Example: Yes, I type on a laptop almost every day because I am preparing for the computer-based IELTS writing test. For that reason, I practice timed typing exercises to improve my speed and accuracy.

Suggestion: Give a single concise answer with specific detail and avoid hesitations. Combine short sentences into one or two coherent sentences and finish your point. Use linking words like “for example” if adding detail.

Example: I learned to type in grade six at elementary school when we had a computer class. For example, our teacher explained the keyboard layout and showed us basic typing exercises.

Suggestion: Be specific about methods and avoid repetition. Start with a clear topic sentence, then list one or two concrete practices using linking words (e.g., “for example,” “such as”). Keep it within three sentences.

Example: I improve my typing by practicing regularly, for example using online typing tests for 20 minutes each day. I also focus on proper finger placement and short drills to build speed and reduce errors.

× Depends actually.

✓ It depends, actually.

The sentence lacks a clear subject; English generally requires an explicit subject for independent clauses. Adding the subject it makes the sentence complete and natural: 'It depends, actually.' Use a comma before 'actually' for natural rhythm.

× If I like to remember things faster, I like to write it down on a paper.

✓ If I want to remember things more quickly, I like to write them down on paper.

Pronoun and article usage are incorrect: 'write it down' should match plural 'things' so use 'write them down.' 'On a paper' is nonnative; use 'on paper' without an article. Also 'like to remember' is better as 'want to remember' and 'faster' adverb should be 'more quickly.' These changes improve grammar and naturalness.

× But if I want to be more accurate, less error, of course I'd like to use the computer because it has functions like auto correct and it can check my.

✓ But if I want to be more accurate and make fewer errors, of course I'd like to use the computer because it has functions like autocorrect and it can check my work.

'Less error' is incorrect; use 'fewer errors' for countable 'errors.' 'Auto correct' is usually written 'autocorrect' or 'auto-correct.' The sentence is incomplete ending with 'my'; add the noun 'work.' Also join two ideas with 'and' to sound natural.

× Recently, yes, because I have been trying to practice my typing skills.

✓ Recently, yes, because I have been trying to practice my typing skills.

No change needed; sentence correctly uses present perfect continuous to describe recent ongoing action. Included here to indicate it meets the allowed types and requires no correction.

× I'll be taking an IELTS exam and the writing test will be on a computer, so I will have to really practice typing on a computer so that.

✓ I'll be taking the IELTS exam and the writing test will be on a computer, so I will really have to practice typing on a computer.

The sentence is incomplete and repetitive. Add definite article 'the' before 'IELTS exam.' Remove trailing 'so that' which leaves the thought unfinished. Reorder 'really have to' for natural emphasis and avoid repeating 'on a computer' excessively.

× I think I started using computer when I was in elementary.

✓ I think I started using a computer when I was in elementary school.

Missing article: use 'a computer.' Also 'elementary' should be 'elementary school' in this context. The past tense 'started' is appropriate.

× In grade 6 to be exact.

✓ In grade six, to be exact.

Spell out single-digit grades or use consistency; include a comma before 'to be exact' as a parenthetical phrase. This improves formality and readability.

× We had a computer class and our teacher taught us how to use the keyboard, introduced us to the parts of the computer.

✓ We had a computer class, and our teacher taught us how to use the keyboard and introduced us to the parts of the computer.

The original had a comma splice and parallelism error. Combine clauses with 'and' and keep verb forms parallel: 'taught... and introduced...' This corrects sentence structure.

× Umm they he also taught us how to.

✓ He also taught us how to do that.

There is a pronoun confusion ('they he') and an incomplete clause ending with 'how to.' Use the correct singular pronoun 'he' (referring to the teacher) and complete the verb phrase with 'do that' to finish the thought.

× Well, you need to practice a lot.

✓ Well, you need to practice a lot.

No correction needed; sentence is grammatically correct. Included to show it does not match listed error types.

× You have to put yourself into the a position wherein you can type all the time so that your hand would get used to the feeling, to the feeling of typing.

✓ You have to put yourself in a position where you can type all the time so that your hands get used to the feeling of typing.

Use 'put yourself in a position' not 'into the a position' (remove extra 'the' and use 'in'). 'Wherein' is formal and awkward; use 'where.' 'Your hand would get used' is better as 'your hands get used' for natural present-tense general advice and plural 'hands.' Remove repetitive phrase 'to the feeling.'

× So yes, that's how it should be.

✓ So yes, that's how it should be.

No correction needed; sentence is grammatically correct and appropriate in context.