Typing Speed Test
Type the passage shown and see your words per minute (WPM) and accuracy. The passages are original text written for this site.
How WPM and accuracy are measured
By convention, one "word" in a typing test is five characters, including spaces. Your WPM here is the number of correct characters divided by five, scaled to a minute. Mistakes are counted as soon as you type them: a wrong character lowers your accuracy and does not add to your speed, even if you fix it afterwards with backspace. That keeps the number honest, because speed gained by guessing and correcting is not real speed.
Typical scores
Many casual typists sit between about 30 and 50 WPM. Regular computer users commonly reach 50 to 70, and professional typists often exceed 80. Phones and tablets produce lower numbers because of on-screen keyboards, so compare them only with other phone results. Accuracy matters at least as much as speed: if your accuracy is under about 95%, slow down slightly and your effective speed will usually go up.
How to type faster in a sustainable way
- Look at the text, not the keys. This is the single biggest change for most people.
- Use all your fingers with each finger responsible for its own keys.
- Keep a steady rhythm. Even keystrokes beat fast and slow bursts.
- Do not rush corrections. If you make a mistake, fix it calmly and move on.
- Practise briefly and often. Ten focused minutes a day beats one long weekly session.
Good posture prevents strain; our guide to healthy gaming habits includes a posture checklist that applies equally to typing. Typing speed also helps in chat-heavy games and in everyday work.
Frequently asked questions
Are the passages the same every time?
You get one of several original passages at random, and a new one appears if you finish the text before the time ends.
Why is my WPM lower than other sites show?
Our number counts only correct characters, which is stricter than counting every word you attempted.
Is anything recorded?
No. Nothing you type leaves your browser.
Related reading and tools
- Reaction Time Test – a different quick skill check
- Memory Match – relaxed memory practice
- Healthy gaming habits – posture and break routines