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How to Use
- 1Click on the text passage or the typing input field to focus.
- 2Start typing — the timer begins automatically on your first keystroke.
- 3Characters turn solid when correct and red when wrong.
- 4Finish the passage to see your WPM, accuracy, and time.
- 5Click "New Test" to get a fresh passage and try again.
About Typing Speed Test
The Typing Speed Test measures your words per minute (WPM) and accuracy in real time. Characters are highlighted as you type — correct characters become solid and errors are marked in red.
WPM is calculated based on the words you have typed divided by elapsed time. The accuracy score reflects the percentage of correctly typed characters. Benchmark: average typist is 40 WPM, professionals reach 70–100+ WPM.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is WPM calculated?
WPM = (number of words typed / seconds elapsed) × 60. A "word" is counted by splitting on spaces.
How is accuracy calculated?
Accuracy = (correctly typed characters / total typed characters) × 100. Each character is compared position by position against the passage.
When does the timer start?
The timer starts automatically on your very first keystroke — no need to click a start button.
What is a good WPM score?
Average: 40 WPM. Good: 60 WPM. Fast: 80+ WPM. Professional typists reach 100–120 WPM. Competitive speed typists can exceed 150 WPM.