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Typing Speed Calculator

Words per minute from word count and time.

Compute typing speed in words per minute (WPM) from total words typed and the time taken, with adjustment for accuracy.

Daniel Oh By Daniel Oh
Published Last reviewed 1 min read

Inputs

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Results

Enter values and click Calculate to see results.
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How to use this calculator

  1. Fill in the inputs above using the units you already have.
  2. Values update automatically as you type — no submit button needed.
  3. Hover any result row for the underlying formula and intermediate values.

Formula

WPM = words / minutes. Net WPM = WPM × accuracy %.

In depth

Compute typing speed in words per minute (WPM) from total words typed and the time taken, with adjustment for accuracy.