Net vs Gross WPM
Gross WPM counts every printable character you type divided by five, per minute. Net WPM counts only correctly typed characters, giving a fairer picture of your true speed. RewriterApp displays net WPM as the primary score.
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Understanding Typing Tests
A typing test measures how quickly and accurately you can enter text using a keyboard. Words per minute (WPM) is the standard measure of typing speed. RewriterApp calculates WPM using the widely accepted convention that five characters equal one word.
Accuracy Matters
Keystroke accuracy is calculated as correct printable key presses divided by total printable key presses. Corrected mistakes still count against accuracy because the incorrect key was originally pressed. Backspace presses are tracked separately.
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Your personal bests, achievements and progress are saved in your browser's local storage. Nothing is sent to a server. Use Export Results to back up your data if you switch browsers.
Typing Games Build Consistency
Short, focused games like Green Light Sprint and Race the Tortoise help build reaction time and steady rhythm. Timed tests measure raw speed, while Perfect Copy sharpens precision.
What is a good typing speed?
For everyday computer use, 40 WPM is considered adequate. Office workers often type between 50 and 70 WPM. Professional typists and transcriptionists may exceed 80 WPM with high accuracy. What matters most is meeting the demands of your own work or study comfortably.
How to improve typing speed
Practice regularly in short sessions rather than occasional long ones. Focus on home-row finger placement, keep your eyes on the screen, and resist the urge to look at the keyboard. Gradually increase difficulty as your accuracy stays above 95 percent.
How to improve typing accuracy
Slow down slightly until mistakes become rare, then build speed again. Use Perfect Copy mode to train precision. Pay attention to common error patterns — certain letter pairs may need extra practice.
Short sessions work best
Five to ten minutes of focused practice daily is more effective than a single long session each week. RewriterApp's games are designed for quick rounds you can fit into a break.
Typing for work, study and everyday use
Students benefit from faster note-taking and essay drafting. Professionals save time on emails, reports and data entry. Even casual users enjoy smoother messaging and search when typing feels effortless.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Every typing test and game on RewriterApp is completely free with no hidden charges or premium tiers.
No. You can start playing immediately. Personal records are stored locally in your browser without any sign-up.
WPM uses the standard formula: characters typed divided by five, divided by elapsed minutes. Net WPM counts only correct characters. Timing uses high-resolution browser performance clocks.
Any printable key press that does not match the expected character at that position counts as an incorrect key press. Backspace itself is not counted as a printable character.
Yes. The original incorrect key press reduces your accuracy even if you backspace and correct it afterward. Corrected mistakes are tracked as a separate statistic.
All records are saved in your browser's localStorage under a RewriterApp-specific key. Data never leaves your device unless you export it manually.
No. Records are device- and browser-specific. Use the Export and Import buttons in the Records Management section to transfer your backup file manually.
Yes. Toggle "Current word highlight" in the settings bar below the game dashboard. Your preference is remembered across sessions.
Yes. RewriterApp works with on-screen keyboards on phones and tablets. A physical keyboard is recommended for the most accurate speed measurements.
Around 40 WPM suits everyday tasks. Office work typically benefits from 50–70 WPM. Above 80 WPM with high accuracy is excellent. Focus on accuracy first, then build speed.