Typing speed test

Did you know that you can get certified using different layout? Whether you prefer a QWERTY or DVORAK, Ratatype offers a typing speed wpm test.

Feel free to retake the typing speed test as often as you like! Your certification will only reflect your highest score, so don’t worry about making any errors.

Why take a typing speed test?

Taking a typing speed WPM test can be beneficial for many reasons. You may want to know how quickly you can type or assess if your accuracy needs improvement. It's also an excellent way to monitor the progress of your typing speed over time. The average typing speed is 40 words per minute—if you can exceed that, you're doing great!

And if you want to analyze your daily typing output, try our word and character counter.

Feel free to take the keyboarding speed test as often as you want! With every try, you’re bound to enhance both your typing speed and accuracy. Give it a shot today—you might be amazed at how quick your fingers really are.

How do we measure
a typing speed?

Typing speed is typically measured in words per minute (WPM). A "word" is defined as an average of 5 characters. Count the number of words typed in a minute to calculate your WPM, ensuring no mistakes, then divide by five. For example, typing 200 characters (including spaces) in one minute would result in a typing speed of 40 WPM.

Typos in essential documents can be frustrating but significantly affect your typing speed. That’s why, during the WPM test, you can’t move on until you fix any mistakes. Correcting errors as you go ensures accurate results and helps you improve.

For optimal typing speed results, make sure all the keys on your keyboard are in good working condition.