Typing Accuracy Test — Hit Your Target %
Take a focused typing accuracy test. Set an Accuracy Coach target (e.g., 96%), choose 30s, 1, or 2 minutes, and type the on-screen passage. Your accuracy, net WPM, and mistakes update live. When you finish, see an error heatmap with your most-missed keys so you know exactly what to practice.
How the Typing Accuracy Test Works
Accuracy is the share of characters you typed correctly, aligned to the passage. Net WPM uses only correct characters. The test starts on your first keystroke; the progress bar counts down and your coach shows whether you’re above or below target.
Quick routine (2025)
- Run a 30s warm-up
- Do a 1-minute accuracy run (target 96–98%)
- Finish with a 2-minute benchmark if time allows
Takeaway: short daily reps at high accuracy compound into faster net WPM.
Example: +7% Accuracy, +11 Net WPM in 10 Days
Case: Maya set a coach target of 97% and alternated punctuation and balanced passages for 8–10 minutes per day. She moved from 89% → 96% accuracy and from 47 → 58 net WPM by correcting calmly and keeping a steady rhythm.
Takeaway: error-aware practice (watch the heatmap) beats mindless speed runs.
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Typing Accuracy Test: FAQ
What’s a good accuracy percentage?
For everyday work, aim for 96–99%. Many hiring tests expect 95%+ with a reasonable net WPM.
How do you calculate accuracy?
We align each character you type to the passage. Accuracy = correct characters ÷ typed characters. Net WPM uses only correct characters with the standard 5-chars-per-word model.
How can I raise accuracy fast?
Slow down slightly, keep your eyes on the passage, and correct errors calmly. Train punctuation or numbers if your heatmap shows those are weak.
Do mistakes ruin my WPM?
High error rates drag down net WPM. Clean runs at a slightly lower speed almost always beat messy fast runs.