Typing Speed

Type the displayed text as fast and accurately as you can. Timer starts on your first keystroke.

1A paragraph appears — read it first
2Start typing — timer begins automatically
3Type all characters to finish the test

~1 minute · No sign-in required

Time: 0s
0 WPM
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Words Per Minute
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Accuracy
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Time
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Characters
📏 Score Ranges
Pro Typist
> 70 WPM
Top 10%
Fast
50–70 WPM
Above avg
Average
30–50 WPM
Most adults
Beginner
< 30 WPM
Bottom 25%
⌨️ About Typing Speed

Average typing speed is 40 WPM. Professional typists reach 60–80 WPM. The world record exceeds 200 WPM.

Typing speed correlates with motor planning, finger dexterity, and practice. Touch typing is significantly faster than hunt-and-peck.

⚙️ What Affects It?
👆Touch TypingHome row technique doubles speed over time.
🔁PracticeDaily typing practice shows fastest improvement.
🖥️KeyboardMechanical keyboards can improve feel and speed.