WPM = (characters typed / 5) / minutes. The timer starts when you press Start and type the first character.
Frequently asked questions
How is WPM calculated?
Standard formula: (characters typed / 5) divided by minutes elapsed. Five characters count as one word, including spaces and punctuation.
Does backspace fix my mistakes?
Yes. Backspace moves back one character and removes the error mark, but the character still counts as typed.
When does the timer start?
Press Start, then type the first character of the passage. The countdown runs from that first keystroke.
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