What does the English Typing Test do?
It measures your English typing speed and accuracy in real time, so you can practice and track your progress.
Common uses
- Checking your current WPM speed
- Practicing to type faster and more accurately
- Preparing for typing tests for jobs or school
Key features
- 30s / 1m / 5m timed tests — pick a duration that fits
- WPM, CPM & accuracy — see speed and precision clearly
- Error highlighting — spot mistakes as you type
- Speed-over-time graph — watch your pace change
How it works
Start a timed test and type the given text. The tool tracks WPM (words per minute), CPM (characters per minute), and accuracy, highlighting errors and charting your speed over time.
What do WPM and CPM mean?
WPM counts how many words you can type per minute; CPM counts characters per minute. Both are adjusted for errors to give an honest reading.
Verdict
The English Typing Test is a reliable, free way to measure and improve your speed. Take it at English Typing Test — private and browser-based.