How long does a page take?
At 40 wpm a 250 word page takes about 6 minutes. At 60 wpm it takes about 4 minutes, and at 80 wpm a little over 3. A single-spaced page is roughly twice as long.
1 page typing test
Guide
About the 1 page typing test
This test is about one page of text: 250 words with capitals and punctuation, the length of a double-spaced page in a standard 12 point font. The timer stops when you finish the last word.
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Good for school assignments
Teachers often set typing tasks by pages. Knowing your time per page helps you plan essays and timed writing. - 03
How your WPM is calculated
Every 5 correct characters, including spaces, count as one word. Net WPM only counts correct characters; raw WPM counts every key you press.
Questions people ask
2 answersWhat is a good score?
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Around 40 wpm is average. 60 wpm or more is good for most jobs, and 80 wpm or more is fast. Keep accuracy above 95%.
How many words are on a page?
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About 250 words double-spaced or 500 words single-spaced, in a 12 point font with normal margins.