How It Works
Learn about our typing speed test and keyboard functionality test methodologies, how we calculate your results, and get expert tips to improve your typing performance and hardware reliability.
Our Testing Process
A comprehensive approach to measuring your typing performance and keyboard functionality
Choose Your Test
Select between typing speed test or keyboard functionality test based on your needs.
Real-time Testing
For typing tests: track keystrokes with precise timing. For keyboard tests: highlight keys as you press them.
Analysis & Results
Get detailed metrics, performance analysis, and improvement suggestions for both tests.
Keyboard Test Methodology
How we test your keyboard functionality and detect hardware issues
Visual Key Testing
Our keyboard test provides a visual representation of your keyboard layout and highlights keys as you press them, making it easy to identify which keys are working and which might have issues.
Supported Layouts
QWERTY, DVORAK, and AZERTY keyboard layouts
Key Features:
- Real-time key highlighting as you press them
- Progress tracking to see which keys you've tested
- Visual feedback for stuck or broken keys
- Complete keyboard coverage including function keys
Test Process
Words Per Minute (WPM) Calculation
Our WPM calculation follows the industry standard used by professional typing tests and employers.
Standard Formula
WPM = (Characters Typed ÷ 5) ÷ Time in Minutes
Key Points:
- 5 characters = 1 word (industry standard)
- Only correct characters count toward WPM
- Spaces and punctuation are included
- Backspaces don't count as negative characters
Example Calculation
Characters typed: 300
Time: 1 minute
WPM = (300 ÷ 5) ÷ 1 = 60 WPM
Accuracy Levels
Accuracy Measurement
Accuracy is calculated as the percentage of correct characters typed compared to total keystrokes.
Accuracy Formula
Accuracy = (Correct Characters ÷ Total Keystrokes) × 100
What Counts as an Error:
- Typing the wrong character
- Missing characters
- Extra characters
- Incorrect spacing or punctuation
Keystroke Timing Analysis
Advanced metrics to help you understand your typing rhythm and identify improvement areas
Average Time
The average time between keystrokes, indicating your overall typing rhythm
Fastest Keystroke
Your quickest keystroke interval, showing your peak typing speed
Slowest Keystroke
Your slowest keystroke interval, highlighting areas where you pause
Tips for Improvement
Expert advice to help you become a faster, more accurate typist
Speed Tips
Practice Regularly
Consistent practice is key. Even 10-15 minutes daily can significantly improve your speed.
Focus on Rhythm
Maintain a steady rhythm rather than typing in bursts. Consistency beats speed.
Use All Fingers
Learn proper finger placement and use all ten fingers for maximum efficiency.
Accuracy Tips
Slow Down to Speed Up
Focus on accuracy first. Speed will naturally increase as you make fewer errors.
Look Ahead
Read ahead while typing to anticipate upcoming words and characters.
Correct Mistakes
Use backspace to correct errors immediately rather than continuing with mistakes.
Typing Speed Benchmarks
Understanding what different WPM ranges mean in real-world contexts
Beginner
Hunt-and-peck typing or learning to type
Average
Typical for casual computer users
Good
Professional standard for most jobs
Expert
Advanced typist level