Timed or word-count tests with net/gross WPM, accuracy, and an animated keyboard for QWERTY and other layouts.
Standard US English layout
Click Start test, then type the passage above. Keys light up on the map below.
Keyboard map — QWERTY (US)
Legends match the selected layout on a standard ANSI physical key positions. Highlight follows KeyboardEvent.code (physical key), not the character printed.
Typing Speed Test helps you timed or word-count tests with net/gross wpm, accuracy, and an animated keyboard for qwerty and other layouts. It is commonly used by writers, editors, content teams for typing speed test, wpm test, typing test online.
Measure Your Typing Speed
Test how fast and accurately you type on a physical keyboard (laptop or desktop). The tool runs entirely in your browser — nothing you type is sent to a server.
Features
- **Net and gross WPM** — standard word = 5 characters
- **Accuracy and error count** — character-by-character feedback
- **Timed tests** — 15, 30, 60, or 120 seconds
- **Word goals** — 25, 50, or 100 words
- **Keyboard layouts** — QWERTY (US/UK), QWERTZ, AZERTY, Dvorak, Colemak
- **Interactive key map** — keys light up as you press them (physical key position)
Desktop Only
Mobile on-screen keyboards are not supported. The test requires a fine pointer (mouse/trackpad) and a wide screen so you can use a real keyboard comfortably.
Tips
- Focus on **accuracy first** — speed improves with practice
- Keep fingers on the **home row** for your layout
- Use the layout selector if you type on AZERTY or QWERTZ daily