WPM Calculator — Words Per Minute
Words per minute calculator: paste text and time, or enter word count, to get reading or typing WPM. Free, no signup.
Parameters
Enter the required details below
Ready to Calculate
Enter your parameters and click calculate to see the results here.
How to Use
- Enter Number of Words.
- Enter Time Taken (seconds).
- Click Calculate to see Words Per Minute, Characters Per Minute and Time in Minutes.
- Check the result. Use Reset if you want to try different numbers.
About This Calculator
Words per minute (WPM) is word count divided by minutes. Use it for typing tests, reading speed, or how long a script takes to speak.
WPM
WPM = words ÷ minutes
450 words in 2 minutes = 225 WPM.
Frequently asked questions
How do you calculate words per minute?+
Divide the number of words by the time in minutes. For typing tests, many tools also count a five-character group as one word.
Is Words Per Minute (WPM) Calculator free to use?+
Yes. Words Per Minute (WPM) Calculator is free and does not require an account. The calculation runs in your browser.
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