Joining Strokes Without Lifting the Pen
Discover how consonant strokes connect sequentially, maintaining exact angles and line weights without lifting the pen.
Overview
In shorthand, speed comes from writing consecutive consonant strokes without lifting the pencil from the paper. Vowels are inserted AFTER the complete consonant skeleton has been drafted.
Key Rules to Remember
- ✓Never lift the pen when writing the consonants of a single word.
- ✓The second stroke begins precisely where the first stroke terminates.
- ✓Each stroke retains its original angle and slant regardless of where it connects.
- ✓Vowels are inserted only after the full consonant outline is completed.
Detailed Pitman Rules
Continuous Outline Execution
Draw the entire sequence of consonants without pause. Do not stop halfway to add a vowel.