Typing Speed Test
Type the passage below as accurately and quickly as you can. See your words-per-minute and accuracy when the timer ends.
How to use typing speed test
- Pick a duration
60 seconds, 2 minutes or 5 minutes — many government typing tests use similar windows.
- Start and type
Type the shown passage as accurately as you can once the timer starts.
- Review your result
See your words-per-minute and accuracy once time runs out.
Features
Words per minute is based on standard 5-characters-per-word counting.
Compares what you typed against the original passage character by character.
Runs entirely in your browser with a fresh passage each time.
Supported formats and limitations
Text and structured input supported by this tool.
Use cases include personal workflows, content preparation, and quick checks. Review output before relying on it for legal, financial, accessibility, or production decisions.
Frequently asked questions
How is WPM calculated?
Standard convention: total characters typed ÷ 5 (one 'word'), divided by minutes elapsed. This matches how most typing tests, including many government exam typing tests, measure speed.
What accuracy do government typing tests usually require?
It varies by exam and post — check your specific exam's official notification for the required speed and accuracy threshold rather than assuming a fixed number.
Can I use a different passage?
The tool currently uses a fixed practice passage per session; treat this as WPM/accuracy practice rather than an official test simulator.