Test your typing speed and accuracy. How fast can you type?
Typing speed is measured in Words Per Minute (WPM). Here's how different typing speeds compare:
Hunt-and-peck typing, looking at the keyboard frequently.
Typical typing speed for most casual computer users.
Expected speed for office workers, writers, and professionals.
Skilled typists, transcriptionists, and professional writers.
The world record for typing speed is over 200 WPM, held by Barbara Blackburn. Most competitive typists average between 120-150 WPM.
Keep your fingers on the home row (ASDF JKL;). Your index fingers should rest on F and J, which have small bumps to help you find them without looking.
Speed comes with practice, but accuracy must be learned. It's better to type slowly and correctly than quickly with many errors. Speed will naturally improve as muscle memory develops.
Touch typing (typing without looking) is essential for speed. Train yourself to keep your eyes on the screen. Cover your keyboard if needed during practice.
Even 15-20 minutes of daily practice can significantly improve your typing speed. Use our typing test regularly to track your progress.
Sit upright with feet flat on the floor. Keep your wrists slightly elevated and avoid resting them while typing. This reduces fatigue and prevents strain injuries.
The average typing speed is around 40 WPM. A good typing speed for professionals is 65-75 WPM. Expert typists can reach 80+ WPM, and the fastest typists exceed 120 WPM.
WPM (Words Per Minute) is calculated by dividing the total characters typed by 5 (the standard word length), then dividing by the time in minutes. Net WPM also subtracts errors, giving a more accurate measure of effective typing speed.
Practice regularly with proper finger placement on the home row. Focus on accuracy first, then speed. Use all ten fingers, maintain good posture, and practice with increasingly difficult texts.
Gross WPM measures your raw typing speed without considering errors. Net WPM subtracts errors from your gross WPM, giving a more accurate measure of your effective typing speed. Our test displays both metrics.
Yes! Many jobs require minimum typing speeds. Data entry positions often require 45-50 WPM, while transcriptionists may need 65-75 WPM. Faster typing also improves productivity in any computer-based work.
After testing your typing speed, try our other skill tests! Check your clicking speed, test your reaction time, or challenge friends to a 1v1 clicking race.