Test your typing speed in 60 seconds. Check your words per minute (WPM), accuracy, and track your progress over time.
A good typing speed depends on your profession. The average person types around 40 words per minute (WPM). Professional typists and office workers typically achieve 65-75 WPM, while expert typists can exceed 100 WPM. For customer support roles, aiming for 60+ WPM with high accuracy is recommended.
WPM (Words Per Minute) is calculated by taking the total number of characters you typed correctly, dividing by 5 (the average word length), and scaling to one minute. For example, if you typed 300 correct characters in 60 seconds, your WPM would be 60. Our test shows your WPM in real-time as you type.
To improve your typing speed: 1) Practice touch typing without looking at the keyboard, 2) Maintain proper posture with your fingers on the home row (ASDF JKL;), 3) Focus on accuracy first, then speed will follow naturally, 4) Practice regularly for 15-20 minutes daily, 5) Learn keyboard shortcuts to reduce mouse usage, and 6) Use all ten fingers instead of hunt-and-peck typing.
Typing accuracy is the percentage of characters you typed correctly without errors. For professional work, aim for at least 95% accuracy. High accuracy is often more valuable than high speed because errors require time to correct. Our test displays both your raw WPM and your accuracy percentage.
Fast typing is essential for customer support professionals because it enables quicker response times, allows handling more customer conversations simultaneously, reduces customer wait times, and improves overall productivity. Support agents with higher typing speeds can resolve more tickets while maintaining quality interactions.
Our typing test runs for 60 seconds. The timer starts automatically when you begin typing your first character - no need to click a start button. This duration provides enough time to get an accurate measurement of your typing speed while keeping the test quick and convenient.
The test uses over 1,000 of the most common English words, randomly shuffled for each attempt. This ensures you’re tested on everyday vocabulary rather than obscure terms. The words are lowercase and contain only letters - no numbers, punctuation, or special characters.
Yes, your typing history is saved locally in your browser using localStorage. You can view your past 10 attempts, track your progress over time, and see improvements in your WPM and accuracy. Your data stays private on your device and is never sent to any server.
Yes! After completing the test, you can share your results directly to Twitter/X, LinkedIn, or Facebook. You can also copy a link to challenge friends and colleagues. Sharing your typing speed is a great way to motivate others and create friendly competition.
For best results, practice typing for 10-15 minutes daily. Consistent short sessions are more effective than occasional long ones. Regular practice builds muscle memory and gradually increases both speed and accuracy. Most people see noticeable improvement within 2-4 weeks of daily practice.