Key Stroke (Noun)
Meaning
The stroke of a key; one depression of a key on a keyboard; "the number of keystrokes was used as a measure of work".
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- Each keystroke results in a single character appearing on the computer screen.
- The data entry clerk's job was measured by the number of keystrokes per hour she completed.
- The typist averaged 80 keystrokes per minute when transcribing notes.
- The study analyzed the speed and accuracy of keystrokes made by beginners learning to type.
- An ergonomics expert examined how the angle of the keyboard related to increased frequency of keystrokes and resulting hand strain.