About Typing Speed Test
Typing speed is a useful everyday skill, and a quick test is the best way to track improvement.
Letters turn green when correct and red when wrong, so you can see your accuracy as you go.
Typing Speed Test at a glance
| Genre | Brain game |
|---|---|
| Price | Free, no download or sign-up |
| Controls | Keyboard |
| Typical game length | 1 minute |
| Lives | None (timed) |
| Works on | Phones, tablets and computers, in any modern browser |
| Daily challenge | Yes, the same puzzle for everyone each day |
How to play Typing Speed Test
- Start typing. The timer begins with your first key.
- Watch the colors. Green is correct, red is a mistake.
- Keep going for 60 seconds. Your WPM and accuracy are calculated.
Rules
- WPM counts 5 correct characters as one word.
Levels and difficulty
One 60-second test.
Scoring
Words per minute multiplied by accuracy. Daily challenge scores can be shared with friends.
Tips and strategy for Typing Speed Test
- Keep your eyes on the text, not your hands.
- Accuracy first: speed follows.
How we built and tested Typing Speed Test
We checked the WPM and accuracy formulas against the standard 5-characters-per-word method.
Frequently asked questions
What is a good typing speed?
Around 40 WPM is typical; 60 or more is fast.