Typing— Part 1 Informe

Sugerencia: Be direct and clear: start with a straightforward topic sentence, correct grammar (e.g., 'make' not 'makes'), avoid filler words, and give one or two specific reasons with short examples. Use linking words like 'because' and 'for example' to organise your answer.

Ejemplo: I prefer handwriting to typing because it helps me think more carefully and remember things better. For example, when I write notes by hand I can draw arrows and highlights, which makes the ideas easier to recall.

Sugerencia: Answer directly, avoid hesitation sounds, and provide a brief reason or context. Use one clear sentence to state the device you use and a second short sentence to explain why.

Ejemplo: Neither — I don't have a desktop or laptop. I use an iPad every day because it is portable and has a keyboard case that works well for my writing.

Sugerencia: Give a precise time frame and a clear subject sentence, then add a short supporting detail. Avoid repetition and filler. Use linking words like 'when' or 'because' for clarity.

Ejemplo: I learned to type when I was about eight years old. My father bought a family desktop computer and he taught me basic typing skills on it.

Sugerencia: Organise into two or three concise sentences: state the main methods, then give a brief specific example of each. Remove fillers and correct grammar (e.g., 'gives me ideas'). Use linking phrases such as 'for example' or 'also'.

Ejemplo: I improve my typing mainly by writing in my diary regularly and by practising texting in different languages. For example, I write daily diary entries to build speed, and I message friends in other languages to practise different vocabularies.

× I do prefer handwriting because I can do a lot of mistake and, uh, makes me feel more connected to what I'm typing 'cause, uh, typing keyboard makes me feel like a man doing, like, just work.

✓ I do prefer handwriting because I can make a lot of mistakes and it makes me feel more connected to what I'm typing, because typing on a keyboard makes me feel like a person just doing work.

The phrase 'a lot of mistake' uses an uncountable form with a countable noun; it should be 'a lot of mistakes' (plural). Also 'can do a lot of mistakes' is unnatural; use 'can make a lot of mistakes'. The clause 'and, uh, makes me feel' lacks a clear subject; add 'it' to refer to handwriting. Replace 'typing keyboard' with 'typing on a keyboard' and 'like a man doing, like, just work' with 'like a person just doing work' for neutral usage and correct prepositional structure.

× I do prefer handwriting because I can do a lot of mistake and, uh, makes me feel more connected to what I'm typing 'cause, uh, typing keyboard makes me feel like a man doing, like, just work.

✓ I do prefer handwriting because I can make a lot of mistakes and it makes me feel more connected to what I'm typing, because typing on a keyboard makes me feel like a person just doing work.

The clause 'makes me feel' lacked an explicit subject pronoun; insert 'it' to clearly refer to handwriting. Also 'what I'm typing' is fine but needed clearer linking. Using 'a man' is a specific pronoun; 'a person' is more neutral. Ensure pronouns refer clearly to their antecedents.

× I do prefer handwriting because I can do a lot of mistake and, uh, makes me feel more connected to what I'm typing 'cause, uh, typing keyboard makes me feel like a man doing, like, just work.

✓ I do prefer handwriting because I can make a lot of mistakes and it makes me feel more connected to what I'm typing, because typing on a keyboard makes me feel like a person just doing work.

The phrase 'typing keyboard' is missing the preposition 'on'; the correct form is 'typing on a keyboard'. Also use commas to separate clauses for clarity. 'Connected to what I'm typing' is correct prepositional usage after adjustment.

× Uh, neither. I don't use the laptop or the desktop because I don't have either, but I use my iPad.

✓ Neither. I don't use a laptop or a desktop because I don't have either, but I use my iPad.

The phrase 'the laptop or the desktop' implies specific devices; use 'a laptop or a desktop' for general reference. This fixes article usage rather than strict agreement, but it ensures correct noun reference. 'Neither' as a one-word response is appropriate.

× Uh, neither. I don't use the laptop or the desktop because I don't have either, but I use my iPad.

✓ Neither. I don't use a laptop or a desktop because I don't have either, but I use my iPad.

Using 'the' before 'laptop' and 'desktop' implies specific devices previously mentioned; since none were specified, use the indefinite article 'a'. This matches natural English when speaking about types of devices.

× I would say it was from a really, really long time ago when I was a kid. Umm, my dad got us at this, at this desktop.

✓ I would say it was a really, really long time ago when I was a kid. My dad got us this desktop.

'It was from a really long time ago' is wordy; 'it was a really long time ago' is concise and natural. The phrase 'got us at this, at this desktop' is ungrammatical: use 'got us this desktop' or 'bought us this desktop'. Use simple past 'got' or 'bought' to describe a past action.

× I would say it was from a really, really long time ago when I was a kid. Umm, my dad got us at this, at this desktop.

✓ I would say it was a really, really long time ago when I was a kid. My dad got us this desktop.

The preposition 'at' is incorrect in 'got us at this desktop'. When saying someone obtained or bought an item for you, do not use 'at' before the object; say 'got us this desktop' or 'bought us this desktop'. Also remove redundant 'at this, at this'.

× I try to improve my typing by writing my Diaries.

✓ I try to improve my typing by writing in my diary.

'Diaries' as plural is odd if referring to the personal practice of writing entries; use 'my diary' (singular) or 'diaries' only if you keep multiple journals. Also use the verb pattern 'writing in my diary' rather than 'writing my diary'. 'Diary' should be lowercase unless it is a title.

× I try to improve my typing by writing my Diaries. Uh, I also try to read books because it's it gives me idea to what to type umm.

✓ I try to improve my typing by writing in my diary. I also try to read books because they give me ideas about what to type.

'It's it gives me idea to what to type' repeats subjects and misuses pronouns. Use 'they give me ideas' to refer to 'books' (plural) and 'ideas about what to type' for natural phrasing. Ensure pronoun number matches its antecedent.

× I also try to read books because it's it gives me idea to what to type umm.

✓ I also try to read books because they give me ideas about what to type.

'Gives me idea' should be plural 'give me ideas' when referring to 'books'. Use 'about' (or 'as to') rather than 'to' after 'ideas' when indicating topic. Also remove repeated 'it's it'.

× I also practice typing when I text different people in different languages, so.

✓ I also practice typing when I text different people in different languages.

The sentence ends with a trailing 'so' that is incomplete; remove it to form a complete sentence. The present simple 'practice' and 'text' are appropriate for habitual actions. Ensure the sentence is finished for clarity.