How is WPM calculated?

WPM is calculated as (typed characters ÷ 5) ÷ minutes. Only the time you spend during the active timer is counted.

What affects accuracy?

Accuracy is correct characters divided by total typed characters. Mistyped characters and extra characters reduce your accuracy.

Yes. Short, medium, and long paragraphs are available. The timer is automatically set to 30s, 60s, or 120s respectively.

CPM is characters per minute. Errors count how many characters differ from the target at the corresponding positions.

Paragraph Length

Time

00:00

WPM

CPM

Accuracy

100%

Errors

Words

Maintain proper posture and place your fingers on the home row (ASDF / JKL;).
Focus on accuracy first; speed naturally increases with consistency.
Practice daily with short and medium paragraphs before attempting longer ones.
Look at the screen, not the keyboard. Consider turning on keyboard hints only if needed.
Use all ten fingers and minimize unnecessary hand movement.

Tip: Switch between short, medium, and long texts to improve endurance and reduce errors over time.