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Step 1
Learn handy write shorthand. Take the free online course (see Resource below). This free course explains handy write in detail, gives a list of every symbols used and explains how to put the symbols together to make words.
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Step 2
Understand how handy write works. The symbols represent word sounds, not letters. Learn to sound out your words to use handy write.
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Step 3
Practice writing each symbol in handy write. Memorize the symbols so you can use handy write anywhere without having to reference your lesson book.
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Step 4
Write down the handy write symbol for each sound, as you hear that word spoken. Practice the exercises in the handy write lessons every day.
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Step 5
Use handy write every time you need to take notes. Never miss a word of your college lectures or work meetings. Jot notes to yourself faster and more accurately with handy write.
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Step 6
Record the lecture or work meeting and then transcribe it with handy write shorthand. This gets the words down on paper in case something happens to the recording. You can type the transcript when you have time from the handy write notes.
