This typing speed reference table shows the gross typing speed (wpm) for a range of words typed values, assuming a time taken of 5 minutes and an errors of 5. Every figure is computed with the same engine that powers our Typing Speed Calculator, so the numbers are exact.
| Words typed | Gross typing speed (WPM) | Net speed (after errors) | Accuracy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 75 | 15.0 | 14.0 | 93.3% |
| 150 | 30.0 | 29.0 | 96.7% |
| 230 | 46.0 | 45.0 | 97.8% |
| 300 | 60.0 | 59.0 | 98.3% |
| 450 | 90.0 | 89.0 | 98.9% |
| 600 | 120.0 | 119.0 | 99.2% |
| 900 | 180.0 | 179.0 | 99.4% |
| 1,500 | 300.0 | 299.0 | 99.7% |
| 2,100 | 420.0 | 419.0 | 99.8% |
| 3,000 | 600.0 | 599.0 | 99.8% |
How to use this table
Find the row closest to your words typed and read across to the gross typing speed (wpm). For a value between two rows, the real figure sits between them — or enter your exact numbers in the Typing Speed Calculator for a precise answer.
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