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Scratch-pad math from characters and seconds, CPM and KPH conversions, and honest notes on reading or speech WPM—then verify with a real timed test when it matters.

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Calculate WPM from characters and time

Scratch-pad WPM math plus KPH ↔ WPM converter—honest about the five-character word rule and when to run a real timed test.

  1. Step 1

    Enter characters typed

    Count letters, numbers, and punctuation you actually keyed.

  2. Step 2

    Add elapsed seconds

    Use the same window you would for a timed test interval.

  3. Step 3

    Convert KPH if needed

    Jump to the KPH ↔ WPM section for data-entry screens.

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How the five-character word rule works

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