any tips on how to type

i use Swipe IT keyboard which basically means you write the whole word by dragging your finger around the keyboard without letting go until you end a word. then start typing the next one and it adds the space for you. I find it's pretty good and much faster than typing individual letters. Just remember that it won't recognise some words (like brand names, some surnames etc) unless you add them to the dictionary. You also have the option to switch between letter typing and swiping the word.

There are a few more you can try out like Swype and better keyboard... etc

I use sticky keys which expands the letters you are typing as it recognises the word, I find it easier than Swype, but try them both and see which one suits you.