Typing Speed Test
Words per minute and accuracy.
0 WPM
- Accuracy
- 0%
- Raw WPM
- 0
- CPM
- 0
- Correct words
- 0
- Wrong words
- 0
Start typing to begin — the timer starts with your first key.
Your data never leaves your device — everything runs in your browser.
How to use it
- Choose a test length: 1, 3 or 5 minutes.
- Click the text box. The timer starts with your first keystroke.
- Type the passage as quickly and accurately as you can. Mistyped words are marked in red.
- When time is up, check your net WPM, accuracy and characters per minute, or try again with a new text.
Frequently asked questions
How is WPM calculated?
We count only the characters of words you typed correctly (including the space after each) and divide by 5, because typing tests treat every 5 characters as one standard word. Then we divide by the number of minutes. Mistyped words don't count, so the result is your real, net speed. Raw speed, including mistakes, is shown separately.
What does accuracy mean?
It is the share of the characters you typed that match the text. Typing fast with many mistakes lowers your net WPM; focusing on accuracy first is the quickest way to get faster over time.
What is a good typing speed?
Most people type around 35–45 WPM. Experienced touch typists usually reach 60–80 WPM, and some exceed 100. Many office jobs that test typing look for 40–60 WPM with high accuracy.
Does it work with my keyboard layout?
Yes. The test compares the characters you type, not the keys you press, so it works with QWERTY, AZERTY, Dvorak and other layouts.
Can I fix a word I already finished?
No. You can use Backspace within the word you're typing, but once you press Space the word is locked, as in most typing tests. Pasting is turned off during the test. The test also works on phones, though touchscreen scores are usually lower.