Typing Speed Test
Test your typing speed with our free WPM test
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Choose a Duration
Select a 15, 30, or 60 second test. Shorter tests favor burst speed; 60 seconds is the standard measure.
Type the Text
Click the text area and start typing. Correct characters turn green and mistakes turn red — you can press Backspace to fix errors.
Check Your Score
Your WPM and accuracy appear live during the test, and your best score for each duration is saved automatically.
About This Tool
Test your typing speed with our free WPM test
This typing speed test measures your words-per-minute (WPM) and accuracy using random combinations of common English words. The standard formula counts every 5 correct characters as one word, which is how official typing assessments calculate speed.
Accuracy matters as much as speed — fast typing full of errors is slower to correct than steady, accurate typing. Aim for 95%+ accuracy first, then build speed.
Real-Time Feedback
Watch your live WPM and accuracy update with every keystroke, so you can feel the pace you can sustain.
Standard WPM Formula
Speed is calculated the same way professional typing tests do: 5 correct characters equal one word.
Progress Tracking
Best scores for 15, 30, and 60 second modes are saved locally so you can measure improvement over time.
Learn More
Job Applications — Many administrative and data-entry roles require 40–60 WPM. Practice until you can comfortably exceed the requirement.
Transcription Work — Professional transcriptionists typically type 60–80 WPM with high accuracy; regular testing keeps those skills sharp.
Everyday Productivity — Doubling your typing speed from 30 to 60 WPM halves the time you spend on emails, reports, and messages.