Typing Speed Calculator
Convert words typed, time, and errors into gross and net WPM plus accuracy.
Net speed (WPM)
245
Breakdown
- Gross WPM
- 250
- Accuracy
- 98%
- Characters per minute
- 1,250
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FAQ
What is a good typing speed?
The average typist reaches 40 wpm; 65–75 wpm is strong for professional work, and competitive typists exceed 100 wpm. Accuracy above 95% matters more than raw speed.
Why is a word counted as 5 characters?
Standard WPM treats every 5 characters, including spaces, as one word. This normalizes text of different average word lengths so scores are comparable.
What is the difference between gross and net WPM?
Gross WPM ignores mistakes. Net WPM subtracts uncorrected errors per minute, so it rewards accuracy — the metric employers usually care about.
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