Test Your Typing Speed
Check your WPM and accuracy instantly — free, no sign-up. Click the text, start typing, and your time begins on the first keystroke.
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What is a good typing speed?
Most people type around 40 words per minute. Office work usually needs 50–60, professional typists reach 80+, and competitive typists pass 120. Accuracy matters more than raw speed — a fast test full of errors is slower in real work than a clean, steady one.
How to improve
Home-row position (ASDF–JKL;) keeps your hands still and your eyes on the screen.
Accuracy builds speed. Practise clean, then push the pace.
Ten minutes a day beats one long session a week.
Cover your hands if you must — touch typing is a muscle skill.
Frequently asked questions
How is WPM calculated?
One "word" counts as five characters. Correct characters divided by five, divided by minutes typed, gives your WPM.
What is a good accuracy score?
Above 95% is good, above 98% is excellent. If your accuracy drops below 90%, slow down.
How long should a test be?
60 seconds is the standard quick check. Longer tests (3–10 minutes) measure stamina and consistency better.