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Typing speed test
Check your words per minute and accuracy in English.
How to use
- Choose a 1, 3 or 5 minute test.
- Start typing the text in the box. The timer starts with your first key.
- Watch your words per minute and accuracy. Letters you type wrongly turn red.
- When time is up, see your result and try another passage.
Common questions
How are words per minute counted?
Every 5 correct characters count as one word, divided by the minutes you typed.
What is a good typing speed?
Many office and exam typing tests ask for around 30 to 40 words per minute with good accuracy. Practise a little every day to improve.
Can I use it on my phone?
Yes, but it works best on a computer keyboard, which is how most typing exams are taken.
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