Uploaded May 2023 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
Why do keyboards use the QWERTY layout?
Is it actually efficient?
Are there better alternatives β and if so, why donβt more people use them?
In this video, I explore the history of QWERTY, the real reasons it still dominates today, and how popular alternatives like Dvorak, Colemak, and Workman compare in real-world use. I also cover the biggest challenges people face when switching layouts β and why QWERTY may never fully disappear.
π Table of Contents
Intro: 0:00
QWERTY layout problems and questions: 00:12
History of QWERTY keyboards: 01:03
Reasons for the QWERTY layout: 01:14
Why we still use it today: 02:18
The Dvorak keyboard layout: 03:35
The Coleman keyboard layout: 04:15
The Workman keyboard layout: 05:13
Major drawback to alternate layouts: 05:57
Why QWERTY may last forever: 06:33
Which layout will I learn?: 07:08
Outro: 08:05
βΈ»
π Related & Recommended
βΆ Touch Typing Hub (technique works on any layout)
Lessons, finger placement, and structured practice
ansonalex.com/typing
βΆ TypeDrift (accuracy-first typing practice)
Ideal for reinforcing muscle memory β especially when testing or switching layouts
https://typedrift.app/
π‘ Important note:
No keyboard layout fixes poor technique. Proper finger usage and accuracy training matter more than the letters on the keys.
βΈ»
π» More tips and tutorials
AnsonAlex.com
π LinkedIn Learning courses
linkedin.com/learning/instructors/anson-alexander
π Request a tutorial
https://forms.gle/sciVnK4tHno7sCcGA
βοΈ Get in contact with me
linkedin.com/in/ansonalexander
twitter.com/ansonalex
π₯ Behind the scenes
instagram.com/ansonalex.c0m
#QWERTY #KeyboardLayouts #Typing #MechanicalKeyboards
Why do keyboards use the QWERTY layout?
Is it actually efficient?
Are there better alternatives β and if so, why donβt more people use them?
In this video, I explore the history of QWERTY, the real reasons it still dominates today, and how popular alternatives like Dvorak, Colemak, and Workman compare in real-world use. I also cover the biggest challenges people face when switching layouts β and why QWERTY may never fully disappear.
π Table of Contents
Intro: 0:00
QWERTY layout problems and questions: 00:12
History of QWERTY keyboards: 01:03
Reasons for the QWERTY layout: 01:14
Why we still use it today: 02:18
The Dvorak keyboard layout: 03:35
The Coleman keyboard layout: 04:15
The Workman keyboard layout: 05:13
Major drawback to alternate layouts: 05:57
Why QWERTY may last forever: 06:33
Which layout will I learn?: 07:08
Outro: 08:05
βΈ»
π Related & Recommended
βΆ Touch Typing Hub (technique works on any layout)
Lessons, finger placement, and structured practice
ansonalex.com/typing
βΆ TypeDrift (accuracy-first typing practice)
Ideal for reinforcing muscle memory β especially when testing or switching layouts
https://typedrift.app/
π‘ Important note:
No keyboard layout fixes poor technique. Proper finger usage and accuracy training matter more than the letters on the keys.
βΈ»
π» More tips and tutorials
AnsonAlex.com
π LinkedIn Learning courses
linkedin.com/learning/instructors/anson-alexander
π Request a tutorial
https://forms.gle/sciVnK4tHno7sCcGA
βοΈ Get in contact with me
linkedin.com/in/ansonalexander
twitter.com/ansonalex
π₯ Behind the scenes
instagram.com/ansonalex.c0m
#QWERTY #KeyboardLayouts #Typing #MechanicalKeyboards
