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Typing Speed Test
Measure your WPM & accuracy — free, instant, no signup
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What is a Good Typing Speed?
Below 30 WPM
Beginner level. With daily practice you can double your speed in a month.
30–50 WPM
Average typist. Most people type between 35–40 WPM. You're doing well.
50–80 WPM
Above average. This is the range for most office professionals and students.
80–100+ WPM
Expert typist. Top 5% of all typists. Professional transcriptionists aim for this.
Frequently Asked Questions
WPM (Words Per Minute) is calculated by dividing the total number of correct characters typed by 5 (standard word length), then dividing by the time in minutes. Our tool measures only correctly typed words.
The average typing speed is around 40 WPM for casual typists. Professional typists average 65–75 WPM, while top speed typists can exceed 120–150 WPM.
Practice daily for 10–15 minutes, focus on accuracy before speed, use all 10 fingers (touch typing), keep your eyes on the screen not the keyboard, and maintain good posture.
Yes, TypeMax typing test is 100% free. No signup, no download, no subscription required. Just open the page and start typing.