Less copying. More composing.
How fast do you type when
the words are your own?
Traditional typing tests measure how fast you copy. WPM Speed measures how fast you write naturally in your own words.
A different kind of typing test
Thinking is part of typing.
Emails. Ideas. That first sentence of a story. Most real writing starts with you, not a paragraph to copy. Freeform WPM measures that everyday pace, pauses and all.
Freeform vs. traditional tests ↗Simple, honest measurements
Your rhythm, in numbers.
See your overall pace, your speed while actively typing, and your fastest five seconds. No accuracy grade or mystery score. Just a clearer picture of how you write.
Understand your results ↗Good to know
A few quick answers.
What is Freeform WPM?
Words per minute while composing your own text. We divide final characters, including spaces and punctuation, by five, then by the test duration in minutes. Five characters is the standard typing “word”; your actual word count is shown separately.
Which test length should I choose?
Choose 30 seconds for a quick test, 60 seconds for a standard test, or 120 seconds for an extended test. The default is 60 seconds. A short test can vary more from attempt to attempt, so compare results from the same duration.
What if I run out of things to say?
The prompt is a starting point. Longer tests offer optional related questions above your writing: two at 15 and 35 seconds in a 60-second test, or two at 20 and 50 seconds in a 120-second test. Follow a question or keep your current thought going. The 30-second test has no follow-ups. You do not have to finish a story or answer every question.
What is a good typing speed?
It depends on the task, language, and keyboard. Copying and composing are different activities, so compare your freeform results with your own similar attempts. Read about average typing speed.
Do spelling mistakes affect my score?
We do not judge spelling, grammar, or what you write. Deleted characters are excluded from Freeform WPM; time spent correcting remains part of the test.
Is autocorrect allowed?
Autocorrect is allowed. WPM Speed measures real-world composition speed, not spelling-test performance. Automatic changes count in finished output, but not as extra physical keystrokes. Why autocorrect is allowed.
Why might a test not be scored?
Write naturally. Repetitive or artificial text may not receive a valid score. Local checks look for clear repetition and insufficient writing, without judging grammar, ideas, or writing quality. How response checks work.
Can I use my phone?
Yes. A physical keyboard gives the clearest keystroke timing. Keyboards such as SwiftKey may report text updates instead of individual keys. We use those updates to estimate active speed, bursts, and pauses, and label the estimates. Swipe typing and suggestions can undercount activity. Autocorrect is allowed. Use the same device and keyboard settings when comparing attempts.
Is my writing saved or shared?
No. It stays in this page’s memory and is cleared when the test ends or restarts. Copy and Share include only your numbers. Read the privacy details.