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Words Per Minute Calculator
Work out your typing or reading speed in words per minute from a word count and the time it took, handy for touch-typing tests.
Your results
Speed60 WPM
Calculation breakdown
- Words per minute
- words ÷ minutes
Worked example
Typing 300 words in 5 minutes gives 300 ÷ 5 = 60 words per minute.
Assumptions
- This is a raw speed figure only and doesn't factor in typing accuracy or errors.
How this calculator works
Enter the number of words typed or read and the time taken in minutes to calculate your speed in words per minute, useful for typing practice or gauging reading pace.
Frequently asked questions
What's a good typing speed?
Around 40 WPM is considered proficient for general use, while touch typists often reach 60–80+ WPM.
Can I use seconds instead of minutes?
Enter your time in minutes as a decimal — for example 90 seconds is 1.5 minutes.
Does this account for errors when typing?
No, this is a raw speed calculation; accuracy is a separate measure typically tracked alongside WPM.
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