Using the keyboard on the Apple Watch Series 7

Hello everyone.

I have just taken delivery of my new Apple Watch series 7, stainless steel 45 mm. With the new qwerty keyboard that I know is now available, can I slide to type, or, can I use direct touch typing as we can on the iPhone using VoiceOver? This does not seem possible, and seems quite frustrating to use. I also assume, that the always on display, will not really benefit those who have no site, so it is worth turning off?

Thank you,
Will.