Fact · Typing and writing speed
ISO/IEC 9995 is a standard series that defines layout principles for computer keyboards, and provides the base for national and industry standards that define the actual layouts.
Checked against its source on October 16, 2026
In the source's own words
“defining layout principles for computer keyboards. It provides the base for national and industry standards which define such layouts.”
ISO/IEC 9995 (Wikipedia), Wikipedia, 2026, Lead section.
Open the original- What it measures
- So layouts such as QWERTZ and AZERTY are set by national standards rather than by this series itself.
- What it does not show
- The series has been revised, and the article lists 2026 editions. Check the ISO catalogue for the current parts.