Typing Speed Test

Easily check your typing speed

This tool measures how fast and accurately you can type. Use it to see how your speed compares with others and track your progress.

Typing speed is calculated in words per minute (WPM) over a set time.

1. Choose a session length - Select 30s, 60s (default), or 120s for your test.
2. Start typing - Type the words on the screen as quickly and accurately as possible. Letters you type incorrectly turn red. Press space to jump to the next word if you slip out of alignment.
3. Check results - Scroll down to see your WPM, accuracy, and character stats.
4. Improve - Practice regularly to increase your speed and accuracy. Log in to save your sessions and track your progress.

How does your typing speed rate?

Most people type around 40 WPM, but professional typists hit 80+ WPM.

Typing speed world record

Wondering about the fastest typing speed? These are the highest verified WPM recorded on Check CPS (autotyped and unverified scores are not counted).

• The fastest 15-second burst is 176 WPM, set by user482650.
• The best 30-second record is 105 WPM, set by balenci.
• The fastest 60-second typing speed is 98 WPM, set by balenci.

Tips to improve your typing speed

• Use all ten fingers and maintain proper hand position on the home row (ASDF JKL;).
• Focus on accuracy first. Speed naturally follows when you make fewer errors.
• Don't look at the keyboard while typing; train yourself to touch type.
• Practice consistently with short daily sessions (around 30 minutes) rather than occasional long ones.
• Experiment with different keyboards and layouts. Mechanical keyboards can give more tactile feedback, while low-profile and laptop-style keyboards can feel more comfortable. The Dvorak keyboard layout arranges keys differently, which some users find more efficient.

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