Typing
Speed
Test

Test your typing speed and accuracy with character-by-character feedback and WPM measurement.

Timer

Difficulty

WPM

0

Accuracy

100%

Time

01:00

Start Typing to Begin

Click the text above and start typing. The timer begins on your first keystroke. Press space to skip ahead to the next word.

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Why is WPM calculated using 5-character 'words', and what's the QWERTY story?

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Frequently Asked Questions

WPM is calculated as (correct characters / 5) / minutes elapsed. The standard "word" in typing tests is defined as 5 characters, which normalizes scores across different word lengths.

Accuracy is the percentage of correctly typed characters out of all characters you typed. If you typed 90 characters and 85 were correct, your accuracy is 94%.

The average typist reaches 40-45 WPM. Proficient typists hit 60-80 WPM. Professional typists and programmers often exceed 80-100 WPM. Competitive speed typists can reach 150+ WPM.

The 60-second mode is the most common benchmark for typing speed. Use 30 seconds for a quick check, or 2 minutes for a more representative measurement that smooths out short bursts.

Yes. The hidden input field supports normal text editing including backspace. Corrected characters will update their color in real time.

Whichever comes first. If you finish the entire paragraph before the timer expires, the test ends immediately. Otherwise it ends when the countdown reaches zero.