The T Key on Arabic 101
Produces the Arabic letter ف (Fa).
Last updated: May 2026 · Top row
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Finger position
- Hand
- left
- Finger
- index
- Row
- Top row
- Key code
- KeyT
On the Arabic 101 layout, the T key is struck by your left index finger. It sits on the top row — reach up and slightly forward from the home row.
The letter on this key: Fa (ف)
Fa — fāʾ
Identical to English "f" as in "fan".
Open the full Fa guide →
Words you can type with the T key
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Frequently asked questions
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Which Arabic character does the T key produce?
Pressing T on the Arabic 101 keyboard produces ف (Fa, فَاء). Left index finger.
What does Shift + T produce?
Shift + T produces "لإ".
Which finger should I use for the T key?
Use your left index finger. The key sits on the top row of the Arabic 101 keyboard layout. Touch typing with the correct finger is the difference between 20 WPM and 60+ WPM in Arabic.
Is Fa part of the standard 28-letter Arabic alphabet?
Yes — Fa (ف) is letter number 20 of the 28-letter Arabic alphabet. See the full Fa guide for its four positional forms, pronunciation, and example words.
Other keys on the top row
Or see the full Arabic 101 keyboard layout.