GWAM (Gross Words a Minute) Typing Test Calculator
Education & AcademicComputes gross and net typing speed (GWAM) from a completed typing test, using the standard 5-characters-per-word convention used in typing classes and certification tests.
Gross WPM (GWAM)
Gross typing speed, using the standard 5-characters-per-word convention.
Net WPM (After Errors)
49.0
Typing speed after deducting errors, the figure typically used for grading in typing classes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why divide characters by 5, not count actual words?
Typing tests use a standardized 'word' of exactly 5 characters (including spaces) rather than counting real words, since real word lengths vary -- this keeps scoring consistent regardless of what text was typed.
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