1 Minute Typing Test

A 60-second typing test is the most popular benchmark in the world — short enough to retake on a coffee break, long enough to give a stable WPM reading.

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WPM0
Acc100%
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Why this test matters

One minute is the sweet spot for measuring real typing ability. Anything shorter rewards lucky bursts; anything longer punishes minor lapses in concentration that don't reflect how you actually work. The 1-minute test is also the duration most employers and online certifications use, so your score here is directly comparable to industry benchmarks. Most office workers land between 40 and 60 WPM. Knowledge workers and developers typically reach 60–80 WPM. Anything above 80 WPM is fast; above 100 WPM puts you in the top 5% of typists worldwide. Take the test below, then retake it once a day for a week — small daily improvements compound surprisingly fast.

Frequently asked questions

What is a good WPM in a 1-minute typing test?
40–60 WPM is the average range for adults. 60–80 WPM is solid; 80–100 WPM is fast; 100+ WPM is professional-tier.
How is WPM calculated in a 60-second test?
Correctly typed characters are divided by 5 (the average word length), then divided by elapsed time in minutes. So if you type 300 correct characters in 60 seconds: 300 ÷ 5 ÷ 1 = 60 WPM.
Can I retake the 1-minute test?
Yes — press Tab to restart with a new word stream. There's no daily limit and no sign-up required.
Does the test count errors against my score?
Yes. Net WPM only counts characters that match the target text. Mistyped characters lower your WPM and accuracy.

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