Typing Speed Test — Free 1–5 Minute WPM Exam (Updated 2025) | WPMTestNow

Typing Speed Test — 1–5 Minute WPM Exam

Start a clean typing speed test. Pick 30 seconds, 1, 2, 3, or 5 minutes and type the on-screen passage. Your net WPM, accuracy, and mistakes update live. Results calculate instantly at 0.

Duration: 1:00 ⏱️ 60s Net WPM: 0 Accuracy: 100% Mistakes: 0
0 net WPM
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How This Typing Speed Test Works

Gross WPM counts all characters with the standard 5-chars-per-word model. Net WPM counts only correct characters aligned to the passage. We show live accuracy so you can adjust your pace in real time.

Quick tips for higher scores

  • Accuracy first; speed follows
  • Keep a steady rhythm—don’t fix every typo mid-flow
  • Eyes on the passage; return to home row between words

Takeaway: clean runs at 95%+ accuracy beat messy fast runs every time.

Example: 2-Week Result

Case: Jay ran one 1-minute sprint + one 2-minute accuracy test daily for 10 days. He improved from 44 → 61 net WPM with accuracy rising from 89% → 96%.

Takeaway: short daily reps compound quickly.

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Typing Speed Test: FAQ

Is this a strict timer?

Yes. The test starts on your first keystroke and ends automatically at 0. Results are calculated instantly.

How do you calculate WPM?

We use the standard 5-characters-per-word model. Net WPM uses only correct characters aligned to the passage.

Which duration should I choose?

Use 30s for a warm-up, 1–2 minutes for daily benchmarking, and 3–5 minutes for exam-style pacing.

How do I improve quickly?

Train at 95%+ accuracy. Do a short sprint and a longer accuracy run, then practice punctuation or numbers if those cause errors.