What is the Typing Speed Calculator?
Calculate typing speed in words per minute (WPM) and accuracy from a timed test.
Enter characters typed, time and uncorrected errors and the Typing Speed Calculator returns net speed, gross speed and accuracy. Results update as you type, and nothing you enter leaves your device.
How it is calculated
Gross WPM = (Characters ÷ 5) ÷ Minutes
Net WPM = Gross WPM − Errors ÷ Minutes
How to use it
- Enter characters typed in characters.
- Enter time in minutes.
- Enter uncorrected errors in errors.
- Read net speed in the results panel. It updates as you type.
- Change any value to compare scenarios, or use Share to send the result as a link.
Worked example
Common questions
What formula does the Typing Speed Calculator use?
It uses: Gross WPM = (Characters ÷ 5) ÷ Minutes; Net WPM = Gross WPM − Errors ÷ Minutes.
What do I need to use the Typing Speed Calculator?
You need characters typed, time and uncorrected errors. Sensible starting values are filled in so you can see how it works straight away.
Is the Typing Speed Calculator free, and is my data stored?
It is free with no sign-up. The calculation runs in your browser, so the values you enter are not sent to or stored on our server.