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Daily challenge Learn to type

Fastest typists today

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  1. 96 WPM

    Place 1: David

  2. 82 WPM

    Place 2: Fissiha Petros

  3. 64 WPM

    Place 3: Yannick Wörner

How the typing test works

  1. Start typing

    Simply start typing the quote above. The timer starts with your first keystroke.

  2. Fix your errors

    Wrong characters are marked in red. Correct them to continue.

  3. See your result

    You get your speed in WPM, your accuracy and the letters that caused the most errors.

More ways to get faster

Multiplayer races

Race against players from all over the world or challenge your friends.

Touch typing lessons

Learn the 10 finger system step by step with finger guides for every key.

Detailed statistics

Track your progress, keep your daily streak and find your weakest letters.

Guides on typing

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Why Typing Accuracy Beats Speed (and How to Improve It)

Why accuracy matters more than raw speed, how errors slow you down, and practical ways to make fewer typing mistakes.

A 15-Minute Daily Typing Practice Routine

A simple, effective 15-minute routine to improve your typing speed and accuracy every day, with warm-up, focused drills and real text.

Typing Ergonomics: How to Type Without Pain

Posture, desk height, wrist position and breaks: practical ergonomics tips to type comfortably and prevent strain.

Frequently asked questions

How is the typing speed (WPM) calculated?

WPM means words per minute. One word counts as five characters including spaces, so 300 correctly typed characters in one minute equal 60 WPM.

What is a good typing speed?

The average is around 40 WPM. 60 to 80 WPM is fast, and more than 100 WPM is professional level. Accuracy matters as much as speed.

Is BetterTyping free?

Yes. The typing test, lessons and multiplayer races are completely free. An account is optional and saves your results and streaks.

How can I learn touch typing?

Start with the lessons: they introduce new letters step by step and show which finger to use for every key. Practice 10 to 15 minutes a day.

Which keyboard layouts are supported?

BetterTyping supports the German QWERTZ and the English QWERTY layout. You can choose your layout in your profile.

Want to know more? Read our guides on typing