How the typing test works
- Pick a test length: 30 seconds, 60 seconds or 2 minutes.
- Click the box and start typing the passage. The timer starts with your first key.
- Correct letters turn green and mistakes turn red as you go.
- When time runs out, or you finish the passage, you see your WPM, accuracy and errors.
Typing speed benchmarks
| Net WPM | Level |
|---|
| Under 30 | Beginner, often still looking at the keys |
| 30–50 | Average |
| 50–70 | Fast, good for most office work |
| 70–90 | Very fast |
| 90+ | Expert or professional typist |
Tips to improve your WPM
- Use the home row. Rest your fingers on ASDF and JKL; and reach from there.
- Don't look down. Glancing at the keys breaks your rhythm.
- Slow down to speed up. Fewer mistakes means less time spent correcting.
- Practice little and often. Ten minutes a day beats one long session a week.
- Sit well. Keep wrists level and the screen at eye height.
Want to see how much you wrote? Paste any text into the word counter. Checking your keys first? Use the keyboard tester.
Last reviewed October 2026.
Frequently asked questions
How is typing speed calculated?
Typing speed is measured in words per minute (WPM), where one "word" is counted as 5 characters, including spaces. This standard makes scores fair whether a passage has long or short words. Your net WPM counts only the characters you typed correctly.
What is a good typing speed?
Many adults who type regularly reach around 40 WPM. 60–70 WPM is fast and useful for most office jobs, and professional typists often exceed 80 WPM. Accuracy matters as much as speed, so aim for 95% or higher.
What is the difference between gross and net WPM?
Gross (raw) WPM counts every character you typed, right or wrong. Net WPM counts only correct characters, so mistakes lower it. This test shows both.
Can I fix mistakes with Backspace?
Yes. Backspace works as normal. Fixed mistakes do not count against your accuracy, but the time spent correcting them lowers your speed, just like in real typing.
How can I type faster?
Learn touch typing so you don't look at the keys, keep your fingers on the home row (ASDF and JKL;), and practice for 10–15 minutes a day. Focus on accuracy first; speed follows.