Typing Speed Test
Test your typing speed in words per minute and accuracy with a 30, 60 or 120 second test on common English words. Track your best score.
Runs on your device
What it does
Type the words shown as quickly and accurately as you can. WPM counts five characters as one word, the standard measure, and only correct characters count.
How to use it
- Choose a duration.
- Start typing; the timer begins with your first key.
- See your WPM, accuracy and best score.
When it helps
- Job applications that ask for typing speed.
- Practising touch typing.
- Friendly competitions.
Questions
What is an average typing speed?
Around 40 WPM. Professional typists often exceed 70 WPM.
How is accuracy calculated?
Correct keystrokes divided by all keystrokes, including corrected mistakes.
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