⌨️ Typing Speed Test
Type the text below as fast and accurately as possible. Your WPM and accuracy will be calculated in real-time.
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About the Typing Speed Test
Typing speed is measured in WPM (words per minute), where a "word" is standardized as 5 characters including spaces. Professional typists average 60-80 WPM, while competitive typists can exceed 150 WPM.
WPM Benchmarks
- 20-40 WPM: Beginner — Hunt and peck typing
- 40-60 WPM: Average — Typical office worker
- 60-80 WPM: Fast — Above average, good for productivity
- 80-100 WPM: Very Fast — Professional level
- 100+ WPM: Expert — Competitive typist level
Tips to Improve
- Learn proper touch typing technique — keep fingers on home row
- Practice daily for 15-20 minutes for consistent improvement
- Focus on accuracy first, then speed will follow
- Use all ten fingers and avoid looking at the keyboard