Closer to real writing
Plain word tests skip Shift and punctuation, which are a big part of everyday typing. This test gives a more honest number for work.
Typing test with punctuation
Guide
About the typing test with punctuation
This typing test adds capital letters, commas, full stops and question marks, so the result matches how you type real emails and documents.
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Shift with the other hand
For capitals, hold Shift with the pinky of the opposite hand. It feels slower at first but stops your hand from twisting. - 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%.
Do punctuation marks count as characters?
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Yes. Every key, including Shift-free punctuation and spaces, counts toward your characters. Shift itself does not.