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Typing Speed Test

Measure typing speed over a timed passage.

Use the Typing Speed Test tool

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What this typing speed test does

Typing Speed Test asks you to type a known passage while a clock runs. It reports words per minute based on the characters typed, plus accuracy and correct and incorrect character counts. The timer starts on your first keystroke and stops when the selected duration ends.

The result measures performance on one short passage with your current keyboard and browser. It is a practice number, not a certified score. Different tests count words and errors differently, so compare your own results over time rather than against another site's number.

Why use it

  • Track whether practice is improving your speed.
  • Find out whether speed or accuracy is limiting you.
  • Practise typing the technical terms you use daily.

How to use it

  1. 1Choose 15, 30 or 60 seconds.
  2. 2Start typing the passage; the clock starts automatically.
  3. 3Keep typing until time runs out.
  4. 4Read WPM, accuracy and error counts, then retry.

Worked examples

Sixty-second run

Input

A steady pace with few errors

Output

WPM for the full minute with accuracy above 95 percent.

Fast but error-prone

Input

High speed with many wrong characters

Output

A high raw WPM but a lower accuracy figure, showing that speed came at a cost.

Common mistakes

  • Chasing WPM while accuracy falls below 90 percent.
  • Comparing scores across different passages and keyboards.
  • Restarting every time you make one mistake.

Frequently asked questions

How is WPM calculated?
The tool converts correct characters to words using the standard five-characters-per-word convention over the elapsed time.
Does backspace count?
You can correct mistakes, but the accuracy result reflects the characters you typed, including attempts.
Is my typing sent anywhere?
No. The test runs entirely in this tab.
What is a good speed?
Typical adult typing is around 40 WPM. 60–80 WPM is comfortable for most office work. The useful comparison is your own progress.

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